Agra Tourist Attractions

Agra is a city on the banks of the Yamuna river in Uttar Pradesh, about 230 km from Delhi. It was a capital of the Mughal empire and is home to three UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including the Taj Mahal. Most travellers visit Agra on a one or two day trip from Delhi.

Top places to visit in Agra

• Taj Mahal - the white marble tomb built by Shah Jahan for Mumtaz Mahal. It is closed on Fridays.
• Agra Fort - a red sandstone fort that was the main Mughal residence, with palaces, halls and views of the Taj.
• Fatehpur Sikri - the abandoned capital of Akbar, about 40 km away, with Buland Darwaza and Jama Masjid.
• Itimad-ud-Daulah - a small marble tomb often called the "Baby Taj", known for its inlay work.
• Mehtab Bagh - a garden across the river with a view of the Taj Mahal at sunset.

Best time to visit Agra

October to March is the best time, when the weather is cool. Summers (April to June) are very hot.

How to reach Agra

Agra Cantt is the main railway station, with fast trains like the Gatimaan Express from Delhi. The Yamuna Expressway connects Delhi to Agra in about three to four hours by road. Agra also has a small airport with limited flights.

Plan your trip

See our Delhi-Agra-Mathura-Vrindavan Tour Packages for tours that cover Agra, with transport, stay and sightseeing. Call or WhatsApp us to plan a custom trip.