Family-Friendly 7-day Itinerary for Delhi

  1. Day 1: Red Fort
    20 minutes (7.5 km) from Indira Gandhi International Airport

    Explore the historic and iconic Red Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy an audio tour and witness the daily sound and light show.

  2. Day 2: India Gate and Nehru Planetarium
    30 minutes (8.3 km) from Red Fort

    Take a stroll around India Gate, a war memorial and gathering place. Visit the nearby Nehru Planetarium for a family-friendly space adventure.

  3. Day 3: Swaminarayan Akshardham Temple
    20 minutes (6.8 km) from India Gate

    Discover the beautiful architecture and peaceful surroundings of Swaminarayan Akshardham Temple. Learn about Hinduism and its traditions.

  4. Day 4: Humayun's Tomb and Safdarjung's Tomb
    30 minutes (8.9 km) from Swaminarayan Akshardham Temple

    Visit the impressive Humayun's Tomb and the smaller but equally charming Safdarjung's Tomb. Learn about Mughal architecture.

  5. Day 5: Lotus Temple and Qutub Minar
    25 minutes (9.2 km) from Humayun's Tomb

    Marvel at the unique and distinctive Lotus Temple, a Baháʼí House of Worship. Then visit Qutub Minar, the world's tallest brick minaret.

  6. Day 6: National Museum and National Science Centre
    20 minutes (9.3 km) from Lotus Temple

    Explore the fascinating exhibits at the National Museum and learn about India's history and culture. Then have some hands-on fun at the National Science Centre.

  7. Day 7: Chandni Chowk and Jama Masjid
    25 minutes (6.6 km) from National Museum

    Get lost in the bustling and vibrant streets of Chandni Chowk. Visit the historic and impressive Jama Masjid, one of the largest mosques in India.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Red Fort (2-3 hours, ₹500 per person)
  • India Gate (1 hour, free)
  • Nehru Planetarium (2 hours, ₹60 per person)
  • Swaminarayan Akshardham Temple (3-4 hours, free)
  • Humayun's Tomb (2-3 hours, ₹500 per person)
  • Safdarjung's Tomb (1-2 hours, ₹15 per person)
  • Lotus Temple (1-2 hours, free)
  • Qutub Minar (1-2 hours, ₹500 per person)
  • National Museum (2-3 hours, ₹20 per person)
  • National Science Centre (2-3 hours, ₹60 per person)
  • Chandni Chowk (2-3 hours, free)
  • Jama Masjid (1-2 hours, free)

  • Total Estimated Costs: ₹1,655 per person

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider visiting the Raj Ghat, the site of Mahatma Gandhi's memorial. Additionally, you can explore the Lodhi Art District or enjoy some shopping and dining at Khan Market. For shorter trips, consider skipping the National Museum and National Science Centre, or combining some sites in one day such as Humayun's Tomb and Safdarjung's Tomb.

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