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India's Capital · Rajasthan city guide
Delhi, India's capital
The gateway to Rajasthan: a vast capital where Mughal monuments, the bazaars of Old Delhi and the grand avenues of New Delhi sit side by side.
Ideal stay1–2 nights
Best timeOctober – March
AirportIndira Gandhi International
To JaipurAbout 270 km
About Delhi
Why visit.
Delhi has been the seat of empires for centuries, from the Delhi Sultanate and the Mughals to the British, who built New Delhi as their capital in the 1920s and 1930s. Today it is India's capital and the arrival point for most journeys to Rajasthan.
Spend a day or two here to see the mosques and bazaars of Old Delhi, the Mughal garden tomb of Humayun and the soaring Qutub Minar, before heading to Agra or Jaipur on the Golden Triangle.
01 / Things to do
Top things to do in Delhi.
- Red FortShah Jahan's red sandstone fortress, completed in 1648 and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Jama MasjidOne of the largest mosques in India, built by Shah Jahan in the 1650s.
- Chandni ChowkOld Delhi's great market street, best explored by cycle-rickshaw.
- Humayun's TombA 16th-century Mughal garden tomb that inspired the Taj Mahal. UNESCO-listed.
- Qutub MinarA 73-metre victory tower begun around 1200, at the heart of a UNESCO-listed complex.
- India GateThe war memorial at the end of Kartavya Path, lovely in the evening.
- Raj GhatThe memorial to Mahatma Gandhi on the banks of the Yamuna.
Our tip: The Red Fort is closed on Mondays. Start early in Old Delhi, before the lanes get crowded.
02 / Food & shopping
Eat, browse and take home.
- Old Delhi street foodParathas, chaat, kebabs and jalebis in the lanes around Chandni Chowk.
- Butter chicken & kebabsDelhi is famous for its rich Mughlai and Punjabi cooking.
- Dilli HaatAn open-air market of crafts and food stalls from across India.
- Khan Market & Connaught PlaceBookshops, cafes, boutiques and shopping.
03 / Getting there
How to reach Delhi.
- By airIndira Gandhi International Airport has flights from around the world and across India.
- By railNew Delhi, Old Delhi and Hazrat Nizamuddin stations connect to Jaipur, Agra and the rest of India.
- By roadAbout 5 hours to Jaipur and 3.5–4 hours to Agra on the Yamuna Expressway.
04 / Good to know
A few friendly tips.
How many days do I need in Delhi?
One full day covers the highlights of Old and New Delhi. Two days allow a slower pace and some shopping.
When is the best time to visit Delhi?
October to March is the most pleasant. From November to January, air quality can be poor on some days, so check before you travel.
Is Delhi part of the Golden Triangle?
Yes. Delhi, Agra and Jaipur together form India's classic Golden Triangle route.
Are monuments open every day?
Most are, but the Red Fort is closed on Mondays. We plan your sightseeing around closures.
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