3-Day Agra Itinerary: Must-See Monuments, Affordable Stays & Local Flavours

Day 1: Taj Mahal Visit

Agra, India on April 28, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Joney's Place

Enjoy a fresh, affordable Indian breakfast with popular dishes like aloo paratha and chai, located near the Taj Mahal.
INR150, 1h0m

8:00am

Taj Mahal Visit

Start early to beat crowds at the Taj Mahal, open from sunrise (6:00am - 6:30pm) featuring the world-famous marble mausoleum.
INR1300 (foreigners), 3h0m

11:30am

Local Rickshaw ride to hotel

Use an auto rickshaw for convenient local transport costing around INR50 from Taj Mahal area to your hotel in the city centre.
INR50, 0h15m

12:00pm

Check-in at Hotel Sidhartha

Affordable hotel offering clean, basic rooms centrally located with prices around INR1000 per night for two.
INR1000, 0h30m

1:00pm

Lunch at Pinch of Spice

Savour traditional Mughlai dishes like butter chicken and biryani at this popular mid-range restaurant near your hotel.
INR600, 1h0m

2:30pm

Relax and rest

Return to hotel to rest and freshen up after a morning of sightseeing.
Free, 2h0m

4:30pm

Visit Mehtab Bagh

View the Taj Mahal from across the Yamuna River during sunset at Mehtab Bagh, open until 6:00pm; entry cost is low budget-friendly.
INR30, 1h0m

6:00pm

Dinner at Esphahan in The Oberoi

Experience fine dining with Awadhi and Mughal cuisine at the Oberoi hotel; reservations recommended.
INR2500, 1h30m
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Day 2: Heritage & Markets

Agra, India on April 29, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Sheroes Hangout Café

Support a unique café run by acid attack survivors while enjoying a hearty breakfast of continental and traditional dishes.
INR250, 1h0m

8:30am

Agra Fort Visit

Explore UNESCO-listed Agra Fort (open 6:00am to 6:00pm) which offers stunning architecture and views over the Taj Mahal.
INR650 (foreigners), 3h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at Joney’s Place

Enjoy budget-friendly local North Indian favourites such as dal makhani and naan in a simple yet authentic setting.
INR400, 1h0m

1:30pm

Visit Kinari Bazaar

Shop for souvenirs like marble crafts, leather goods and textiles in this vibrant local market close to the fort.
Free, 2h0m

3:30pm

Rest at hotel

Return to hotel for rest and prepare for evening plans.
Free, 1h30m

5:00pm

Visit Jama Masjid

Explore Agra’s historic Jama Masjid mosque, an architectural gem open until sunset for a peaceful visit.
Free, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Deva Café

Enjoy a delicious dinner of Indian and Chinese dishes in a casual atmosphere, popular with locals and tourists alike.
INR500, 1h0m
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Day 3: Fatehpur Sikri Day Trip

Fatehpur Sikri, India on April 30, 2025

6:00am

Depart to Fatehpur Sikri

Take a local taxi or pre-booked tour for the 1-hour journey (approx. 40 km west of Agra) to the UNESCO site of Fatehpur Sikri.
INR1500 (round trip), 1h0m

7:00am

Breakfast en route

Stop at a roadside dhaba for a simple Indian breakfast of paratha and chai before exploring the site.
INR150, 0h30m

7:30am

Explore Fatehpur Sikri

Explore the well-preserved Mughal city including the Buland Darwaza and Diwan-i-Khas; open 6:00am to 6:00pm.
INR530 (foreigners), 3h0m

11:00am

Return to Agra

Travel back to Agra by taxi or pre-arranged transport.
Included in trip cost, 1h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at Esphahan

Indulge with a refined lunch at The Oberoi’s restaurant before your afternoon departure.
INR2500, 1h0m

2:00pm

Hotel checkout and local transport to next destination

Check out from Hotel Sidhartha and arrange local transport to your onward journey.
INR50 for rickshaw, 0h30m
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