1-Day Itinerary for Connaught Place

  1. 9:00AM: Breakfast at Sarvana Bhawan
    5 Minutes (0.5 Miles) from Rajiv Chowk Metro Station

    Start your day with authentic South Indian cuisine at Sarvana Bhawan, serving a variety of dosas, vadas and idlys. This popular eatery is known for its traditional flavors and quick service at reasonable prices.

  2. 10:00AM: Visit the Jantar Mantar
    2 Minutes (0.1 Miles) from Sarvana Bhawan

    Take a 10-minute tour of the Jantar Mantar, an observatory built in 1724, full of fascinating instruments used to study astronomy and cosmology. Explore this architectural masterpiece built by Maharaja Jai Singh II, which will transport you back in time to India's rich scientific past.

  3. 11:00AM: Shopping at Palika Bazaar
    7 Minutes (0.3 Miles) from Jantar Mantar

    Shop till you drop with a range of items from electronic gadgets, fashion apparel, shoes, cosmetics and jewelry at the indoor Palika Bazaar market. Enjoy bargaining with street vendors and indulge in a variety of street food.

  4. 1:00PM: Lunch at United Coffee House
    2 Minutes (0.1 Miles) from Palika Bazaar

    Grab a bite of sumptuous food at United Coffee House, known for its classic ambience, menu and service, which has attracted the likes of Indira Gandhi and Jawaharlal Nehru. Savor some of the most beloved dishes like mutton korma, biryani and butter chicken, served with lachha paratha.

  5. 2:30PM: Visit the Red Fort
    12 Minutes (2.5 Miles) from United Coffee House

    Take a 2-hour guided tour of the magnificent Red Fort, also known as Lal Qila, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. A symbol of India's rich past and independence day celebrations, this massive fortress contains several palaces, museums and halls all magnificent and awe-inspiring.

  6. 4:30PM: Visit the Gurudwara Bangla Sahib
    13 Minutes (2.6 Miles) from Red Fort

    Pay a visit to the beautiful Sikh temple Gurudwara Bangla Sahib. Serene and peaceful, this temple complex with a large pool of water and fish is an oasis in the middle of the busy city. Take part in the religious rituals and enjoy free food served at the community kitchen (langar).

  7. 6:30PM: Sunset at India Gate
    15 Minutes (3.4 Miles) from Gurudwara Bangla Sahib

    Be mesmerized by the beauty of India Gate, a war memorial constructed in honor of Indian soldiers who died in World War I. Built in 1921, it stands tall as a tribute and is surrounded by beautiful fountains and gardens. Watch the sunset and take a leisurely stroll in the park.

Time and Costs Estimates:

  • Sarvana Bhawan (30 mins, INR 200)
  • Jantar Mantar (30 mins, INR 100)
  • Palika Bazaar (2 hours, INR 1000)
  • United Coffee House (1 hour, INR 700)
  • Red Fort (2 hours, INR 500)
  • Gurudwara Bangla Sahib (1 hour, Free)
  • India Gate (1 hour, Free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 2500

Useful Tips:

If you have more time, you can visit the National Museum or the Lotus Temple. If you have less time, skip the shopping trip to Palika Bazaar or the visit to Gurudwara Bangla Sahib. Best to hire a taxi or use a ride-sharing app for transportation, and carry cash as many of the places may not accept card payments.

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