Delhi
Delhi, India's capital, splits neatly into two cities: Old Delhi's Mughal-era lanes, mosques and street food, and New Delhi's wide colonial-era avenues around India Gate and Rashtrapati Bhavan. Two to three days covers both, ideally October to March, and Delhi is the natural start or end point of most North India trips.
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Places to visit in Delhi
About Delhi
Delhi is India's capital and, for most international visitors, the first city they land in. It carries centuries of layered history: Old Delhi, built by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan, is a dense quarter of mosques, forts and bazaars; New Delhi, laid out by the British in the 20th century, is a planned capital of wide avenues, government buildings and India Gate. Humayun's Tomb, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and an architectural forerunner of the Taj Mahal, sits between the two eras.
Old Delhi
The Mughal-era walled city: Red Fort, Jama Masjid and the lanes of Chandni Chowk.
New Delhi
The planned colonial-era capital: India Gate, Rashtrapati Bhavan and the government quarter.
Humayun's Tomb
A UNESCO World Heritage Mughal garden-tomb, and an architectural forerunner of the Taj Mahal.
Qutub Minar
A soaring 12th-century minaret and UNESCO site in South Delhi.
Best time to visit Delhi
October to March is by far the most comfortable season, with cool, clear winter mornings; some winter weeks bring heavy smog, which is worth building into your expectations. April to June is punishingly hot, and the July-to-September monsoon is humid.
How many days do you need
Two to three days covers both Old and New Delhi comfortably. Most travellers use Delhi as the start or end of a wider trip rather than a destination in its own right, pairing it naturally with Agra and Jaipur on the Golden Triangle.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between Old Delhi and New Delhi?
Old Delhi is the Mughal-era walled city of forts, mosques and dense bazaars; New Delhi is the planned 20th-century capital of wide avenues and government buildings built by the British.
How many days do you need in Delhi?
Two to three days covers both Old and New Delhi; most travellers treat Delhi as the gateway to a wider North India trip rather than a standalone stay.
What is the best time to visit Delhi?
October to March, for cool, clear weather. Some winter weeks bring heavy smog, and summer from April to June is very hot.
Is Delhi safe for tourists?
Yes, with the usual precautions: use verified transport, agree fares in advance, and take extra care in crowded markets after dark.
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Delhi-Agra-Jaipur Golden Triangle
Golden Triangle tour: Delhi, Agra and Jaipur
Private guide and vehicle
Price on request
Golden Triangle
Golden Triangle with kids
Private guide and vehicle throughout
Price on request
Golden Triangle Tour — 6 days
Golden Triangle Tour — 6 days, Delhi, Agra and Jaipur
6 days / 5 nights • Private guide and vehicle
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10 Days Delhi Agra Jaipur with Golden Temple Tour
10 Days Delhi Agra Jaipur with Golden Temple Tour
10 days / 9 nights • Private guide and vehicle
Price on request
Experiences in Delhi
Old Delhi
Old Delhi heritage walk
Private guide and vehicle
Price on request
Old Delhi
Old Delhi street food walk
Private guide, no set group
Price on request
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