7 Days of Foodie Heaven in Delhi

  • Day 1: Chandni Chowk Market
    15 minutes (3.1km) from Indira Gandhi International Airport

    Begin your food journey at the heart of Old Delhi, the bustling and colorful Chandni Chowk market. Taste the famous parathas at Paranthe Wali Gali, try the mouth-watering chicken dishes at Al Jawahar, and end with the famous sweets of Jalebi Wala.

  • Day 2: Dilli Haat and Spice Market
    15 minutes (7.8km) from Chandni Chowk Market

    Get ready for a sensory overload at Dilli Haat, where you can find various delicious foods from different states of India, including the famous momos and thukpa from the Northeast. After satisfying your taste buds, continue to the Khari Baoli spice market to check out the colorful and fragrant spices that are the essence of Indian cuisine.

  • Day 3: Street Food Tour in South Delhi
    18 minutes (9.2km) from Dilli Haat

    Explore the street food scene in South Delhi, starting with the buttery kebabs at Khan Chacha, try the kulfi falooda at Giani's, and end the day with the crispy jalebis at Old Famous Jalebi Wala. Along the way, try some chaats, golgappas and other street food delicacies.

  • Day 4: Hauz Khas Village
    25 minutes (14.4km) from South Delhi

    Enjoy a mix of traditional and contemporary Delhi cuisine at the trendy Hauz Khas Village. Try the fusion dishes at Social, the authentic Tibetan dishes at Yeti, and end with the mouthwatering desserts at Elma's Bakery.

  • Day 5: Old Delhi - Shahjahanabad
    23 minutes (8.1km) from Hauz Khas Village

    Travel back in time to the Mughal era and enjoy the unique and unmatched flavors of the galouti kebab and biryani at Karim's. Do not miss the famous nihari and paya at Haji Shabrati Nihariwale.

  • Day 6: Indian Accent and Connaught Place
    26 minutes (10.5km) from Old Delhi

    Experience fine dining and contemporary Indian food at Indian Accent, featuring global flavors and experimental dishes. After the meal, explore Connaught Place, the bustling commercial center known for its street performers, boutique shops, and lovely architecture.

  • Day 7: Breakfast Buffet and Homecoming
    18 minutes (5.5km) from Indian Accent

    End your food extravaganza with a grand and indulgent breakfast buffet at The Imperial, featuring lavish Indian and continental breakfast options. After such a feast, it's time to make your way home with a happy and satisfied belly.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Paranthe Wali Gali (30 min, ₹200)
  • Al Jawahar (45 min, ₹500)
  • Jalebi Wala (20 min, ₹100)
  • Dilli Haat Entry Fee (₹20 per person)
  • Khari Baoli spice market (1 hour, ₹100 per person)
  • Khan Chacha (30 min, ₹300)
  • Giani's (30 min, ₹150)
  • Old Famous Jalebi Wala (20 min, ₹100)
  • Social at Hauz Khas Village (1 hour, ₹800 per person)
  • Yeti (1 hour, ₹600 per person)
  • Elma's Bakery (45 min, ₹400 per person)
  • Karim's (1 hour, ₹500 per person)
  • Haji Shabrati Nihariwale (45 min, ₹400 per person)
  • Indian Accent (2 hours, ₹3000 per person)
  • The Imperial (1 hour, ₹1500 per person)

  • Total Estimated Costs: ₹9570 per person

Transportation

Delhi has an extensive metro network that connects most of the prominent tourist spots. It's ideal to take a metro ride, which costs around ₹10-50 per ticket, depending on the distance. Also, Delhi has many affordable and convenient ride-hailing services, such as Uber and Ola, which you can use to travel to specific locations.

Useful Tips

If you have more than seven days, check out the vegetarian street food at Chandni Chowk, visit the famous Karim's at Jama Masjid, explore the beautiful Lodhi Art District, and indulge in the pastry selection at L'Opera at Khan Market. If you have less than seven days, you can skip Hauz Khas Village and Connaught Place.

Airports

The Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) is the main airport in Delhi, located 15 km southwest of the city center. It serves both international and domestic flights, and it's the busiest airport in India, with three operational terminals.

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