Delhi itinerary — 2 days
Day 1 — Delhi
4 stops · ≈ 10 h 6 minOne of Delhi's most prominent Sikh temples, dedicated to the memory of the eighth Sikh Guru, Har Krishan. The white marble complex topped with gilded domes surrounds the sacred Sarovar pool, revered for its healing waters. The shrine welcomes visitors of all faiths; its community kitchen (langar) serves free vegetarian meals to thousands of people every day.
A 42-metre triumphal arch on Rajpath, unveiled in 1931 in memory of Indian soldiers of the First World War: thousands of fallen names are carved on its walls. Architect Edwin Lutyens modelled it on the Parisian Arc de Triomphe. In the evening it is lit up, lawns fill with families, and vendors sell kites and tea.
A historic 36-hectare public park in New Delhi, blending landscaped lawns, shady trees, and medieval architectural monuments from the 15th and 16th centuries. It preserves the grand tombs of Sayyid and Lodi dynasty rulers, including the tomb of Mohammed Shah, the octagonal mausoleum of Sikandar Lodi, the Bara Gumbad gateway, and the Athpula arched bridge. The park is completely free and open to the public.
An extraordinary Bahá í House of Worship in New Delhi, completed in 1986 to the design of Iranian-Canadian architect Fariborz Sahba. Shaped like a blooming lotus flower, the structure consists of 27 freestanding petals arranged in clusters, clad in pristine white Greek Pentelikon marble. Open to people of all religious faiths, the cavernous hall maintains serene silence amidst gardens and nine ponds.
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A popular amusement park in northwest Delhi, situated right next to the Metro Walk retail complex. Spread over 25 hectares, it features more than twenty rides ranging from thrilling roller coasters like Flip Out and the Z-Force drop tower to family carousels and refreshing water slides. It is a fantastic spot for a fun-filled family day away from city bustle, followed by an evening stroll along the artificial lake promenade.
Once an unassuming neighborhood market, bustling Khan Market is now a high-end shopping and dining hub that draws well-heeled locals with its international designer labels, upscale boutiques and jewelers. Narrow lanes are lined with chic cocktail bars and cafes, gourmet street food stalls and restaurants serving Southeast Asian fusion fare or wood-fired pizzas paired with Italian wines.
Located 7 km from New Delhi Railway Station and 3.5 km from India Gate, the National Zoological Park is situated near Purana Qila in Delhi. It is one of the best zoos in India and one of the main tourist attractions of Delhi. The park was officially opened on November 1, 1959, by Mr. Punjab Rao Deshmukh, the Minister of Agriculture of India in the first cabinet. The park was initially known as Delhi Zoo and was renamed the National Zoological Park in 1982 with the idea of becoming a model zoo for the country. Occupying a large area of 176 acres, the park is an ideal place for breeding endangered species. Considered one of the best zoos in Asia, the National Zoological Park was established in 1959 and provides habitat for around 1,500 species of animals and birds. The abundance of wildlife on display is representative of all continents, including numerous examples from Africa, Australia, and Asia. Particularly noteworthy are the zoo's numerous chimpanzees, as well as hippopotamuses, spider monkeys, zebras, hyenas, deer, jaguars, and tigers.
Safdarjung Tomb in Delhi is the last grand garden tomb of the Mughal architectural era, built in 1754 for the prime minister of the Mughal Empire. Set within a classical charbagh symmetrical garden divided by water canals, the mausoleum is built from red and buff sandstone topped by a soaring bulbous white marble dome. Its ornate plasterwork, arched pavilions, and tranquil ambiance capture late Mughal design at its most theatrical.
A breathtaking 16th-century Mughal heritage park in Delhi, adjacent to Humayun's Tomb and painstakingly restored by the Aga Khan Trust for Culture. Spanning 90 lush acres, the grounds blend formal charbagh water channels with a thriving arboretum hosting over 300 tree species and numerous birds. Visitors can admire six UNESCO-recognized Mughal tombs with ornate sandstone domes and enjoy an artisan farmers market on weekends.
A colourful open-air crafts village and regional food market opposite the INA metro station. Artisans from across India rotate their stalls every fortnight, offering pashmina shawls, Madhubani paintings, brassware, and woodcarvings directly without middleman markups. The sprawling food court serves authentic regional specialities from across the country, from Tibetan momos to Bengali mustard fish curries.
- Carry small cash notes — many vendors, rickshaws, and street stalls don't accept cards
- Drink only bottled or filtered water; avoid ice and raw street food if you have a sensitive stomach
- Agree on auto-rickshaw fares before riding, or use Uber/Ola to avoid overcharging
- Avoid traveling during April–June extreme heat; October–March is the best weather (but December–January has heavy smog)
- Bargain at markets like Chandni Chowk and Sarojini Nagar — start at about half the quoted price