One Day Budget-Friendly Food and Culture Adventure in Delhi

Day 1: Cultural Exploration Day

Delhi, India

8:00AM

Breakfast at Saravana Bhavan

Kickstart your day with a traditional South Indian breakfast at Saravana Bhavan, known for its delicious dosas and idlis that will charge you up for the day ahead.
Take a short metro ride to Patel Chowk and walk for 10 minutes to reach Saravana Bhavan.
INR 250, 1 hour

9:30AM

Visit India Gate

Stroll over to India Gate, an iconic war memorial, where you can relax in the lush surrounding gardens and marvel at the architecture.
From Saravana Bhavan, walk back to Patel Chowk metro station, and take the metro to Central Secretariat, then a 15-minute walk to India Gate.
Free, 1 hour

10:30AM

Explore Rashtrapati Bhavan

Wander around the grand Rashtapathi Bhavan, the President's residence, where guided tours are available to admire its Mughal gardens (check for entry requirements!).
A 10-minute walk from India Gate to Rashtrapati Bhavan.
Free, 1.5 hours

12:00PM

Lunch at Karim's

Enjoy an iconic Mughlai lunch at Karim's, where you can taste signature dishes like kebabs and biryanis that transport you back to the royal eras of India.
Take a metro from Central Secretariat to Chandni Chowk, 10-minute walk to Karim's.
INR 400, 1 hour

1:30PM

Visit Jama Masjid

After lunch, explore Jama Masjid, one of the largest mosques in India, and climb the minaret for a panoramic view of the bustling bazaars below.
A 5-minute walk from Karim's to Jama Masjid.
INR 300 for entry, 1 hour

2:30PM

Wander through Chandni Chowk

Dive into the vibrant atmosphere of Chandni Chowk, where you can shop for spices, saris, and jewelry while sampling local street food like jalebi and parathas.
Explore the area surrounding Jama Masjid on foot.
Variable, INR 100 for snacks, 2 hours

4:30PM

Visit Qutub Minar

After indulging in local treats, head to Qutub Minar, the tallest brick minaret in the world, to soak up some history and architecture.
Take a metro from Chandni Chowk to Qutub Minar station, 15-minute walk to the site.
INR 600, 1.5 hours

6:00PM

Dinner at Moolchand Paranthe

Cap off your adventure with a dinner at Moolchand Paranthe, famous for its variety of stuffed parathas served with homemade pickles and yogurt.
Head back to the metro station and take a ride to Lajpat Nagar then walk to Moolchand.
INR 300, 1 hour

7:30PM

Evening stroll at Hauz Khas Village

End your day with a peaceful evening stroll around Hauz Khas Village, where you can enjoy the beautiful lake and old ruins in a vibrant setting with shops and cafes.
From Moolchand, take a 30-minute metro ride to Hauz Khas metro station.
Free to take a walk, coffee at a cafe INR 150, 1.5 hours
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