Delhi Tourist Attractions

Delhi, the capital of India, is a mix of old Mughal monuments, British-era buildings and modern city life. It is the starting point for most Golden Triangle tours to Agra and Jaipur and for trips to Mathura and Vrindavan.

Top places to visit in Delhi

• Red Fort - the Mughal fort in Old Delhi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
• Qutub Minar - a 73 m tall minaret from the 12th century, also UNESCO listed.
• India Gate - the war memorial on Kartavya Path, lit up in the evenings.
• Humayun's Tomb - the garden tomb that inspired the Taj Mahal.
• Akshardham Temple - a large temple complex with carvings and a water show.
• Lotus Temple - the Bahai house of worship shaped like a lotus flower.

Best time to visit Delhi

October to March is the best time. Summers are very hot, and December and January can be foggy and cold.

How to reach Delhi

Indira Gandhi International Airport is the main airport. New Delhi, Old Delhi and Hazrat Nizamuddin are the main railway stations. The Delhi Metro is the easiest way to get around.

Plan your trip

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