A Day in Lucknow: Exploring the City of Nawabs

Day 1: Cultural Exploration

Lucknow, India

8:00 AM

Breakfast at Ram Asrey

Start your day with a delicious breakfast at Ram Asrey, known for its authentic Awadhi sweets and savory kachoris.
Head south on Hazaratganj Road for about 15 minutes.
INR 300, 1 hour

9:30 AM

Visit Bara Imambara

Explore the magnificent Bara Imambara, an architectural marvel showcasing intricate Mughal designs and the famous bhulbhulaiya (maze).
Continue 10 minutes south by taxi.
INR 50, 1.5 hours

11:00 AM

Stroll through Chota Imambara

Take a leisurely walk to the nearby Chota Imambara, which dazzles with sparkling chandeliers and beautiful gardens.
Just a 10-minute walk from Bara Imambara.
INR 100, 1 hour

12:30 PM

Lunch at Tunday Kababi

Savor the world-famous galouti kebabs at Tunday Kababi, a must-visit for any food lover in Lucknow.
Take an auto-rickshaw for 15 minutes.
INR 600, 1 hour

2:00 PM

Explore the British Residency

Visit the historical British Residency, a significant site that offers a glimpse into Lucknow’s colonial past.
Head west for 10 minutes by taxi.
INR 30, 1 hour

3:30 PM

Shopping at Hazratganj

Enjoy shopping at Hazratganj, known for its boutiques and street shopping, perfect for picking up souvenirs.
Return to Hazratganj, 10 minutes by taxi.
Free (shopping expenses vary), 1.5 hours

5:00 PM

Visit Rumi Darwaza

See the iconic Rumi Darwaza, a stunning gateway that beautifully represents Lucknow's rich heritage.
Just a short walk from Hazratganj.
Free, 30 minutes

6:00 PM

Evening Tea at Chai Paktare

Relax with some evening tea and snacks at Chai Paktare, a local favorite for traditional Indian tea.
5 minutes walk from Rumi Darwaza.
INR 150, 1 hour

7:30 PM

Dinner at The Mughal's

End your day with a dinner at The Mughal's, enjoying royal Awadhi cuisine in an elegant setting.
Head north towards the restaurant which is about 15 minutes by taxi.
INR 1000, 1.5 hours
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