Delhi

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Presidential Palace featuring a square or plaza and a castle
Delhi showing heritage architecture and a castle
Jama Masjid which includes a square or plaza
India Gate featuring a memorial, a monument and a park
Humayun\'s Tomb showing street scenes and a mosque
Welcome to New Delhi, the vibrant heart of India, where a rich cultural fabric includes markets, spiritual temples and architecture that blends a mix of historic styles. 

Explore the network of frenzied and constantly moving streets of New Delhi, India’s historic capital. Walk tree-lined boulevards and learn about the tumultuous past that saw the city destroyed and reincarnated several times. The result is an eclectic mix of government buildings and architectural styles from throughout the ages.

Qutab Minar exemplifies New Delhi’s mixed heritage, having been built by Muslim leaders in 1193. Its legend states that it was built on the ashes of 27 destroyed Hindu temples. A short car trip away can land you at the Presidential Palace (Rashtrapati Bhavan), which combines British and Indian architecture from an era of colonial rule.

Stop often at the city’s many Mughal gardens for a breath of fresh air. These manicured parklands feature Islamic and Persian-influenced designs, spotted with fountains, pools and canals. Humayun’s Tomb is a stunning showcase of Mughal-style landscaping. Explore a carefully planned garden, split into square lawns by walkways and waterways that represent the rivers of Islamic paradise.

Enjoy New Delhi’s diverse spiritual heritage at one of many temples around the city. Learn about anamorphic and multi-limbed gods at the Swaminarayan Akshardham, the world’s largest Hindu temple. Across the city, carvings on the façade of the Birla Mandir Temple depict harrowing tales of Hindu mythology. After a visit, explore the commercial heart of the city, Connaught Place, where markets, shops, restaurants and cafés cater to hungry and curious travellers.

One of New Delhi’s most popular draws is its spiritual retreats. Learn about traditional worship or observe devotees praying at the ISKCON Temple. Join an “ohm” chant, salute the sun and then revitalize your body with a vegetarian meal within this complex. 

Visit New Delhi between September and March, when you can avoid extraordinarily hot summers and drenched monsoon months. Get around the city cheaply using rickshaws and taxis though expect traffic jams, especially when sacred cows choose to wander the streets.

Where to stay in Delhi

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Aerocity

Aerocity is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Worldmark, a top place to visit in the area.

Aerocity
Delhi which includes shopping and markets as well as a small group of people

Connaught Place

4/5(183 area reviews)

A bustling financial and commercial hub, Connaught Place offers shopping at Palika Bazaar, dining options, and attractions like Central Park and Madame Tussaud's Wax Museum. Easily accessible via Rajiv Chowk metro station.

Connaught Place
A small temple outside Tamilnadu House, New Delhi

Chanakyapuri

4/5(73 area reviews)

Diplomatic enclave with majority of foreign embassies, Chanakyapuri boasts wide green areas, including the 80-acre Nehru Park. Yashwant Place offers shopping and dining options, while nearby metro stations provide easy access to the city.

Chanakyapuri
Dikchu is a small town in Sikkim but the view is spectacular # highly recommended for tourist who visit Sikkim #blue #blue photo contest

Dwarka

3.5/5(54 area reviews)

Spend some time visiting places like Dwarka District Court while getting to know Dwarka, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Dwarka Sector 11 Station or Dwarka Sector 12 Station to see more of the area.

Dwarka
On the streets of Paharganj, anything goes. Anything.

Paharganj

3/5(96 area reviews)

Boasting affordable hotels and diverse dining options, Paharganj is a hub for budget travelers. Explore historic sites like Qadam Sharif dargah and Qazi Wali Masjid, or join the Salaam Baalak City Walk near New Delhi Railway Station.

Paharganj
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Vasant Vihar

4/5(8 area reviews)

You might enjoy the restaurants while in Vasant Vihar. Worldmark is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Delhi Aero City Station or Vasant Vihar Station to see more of the city.

Vasant Vihar
Aloft New Delhi Aerocity
Aloft New Delhi Aerocity
5 out of 5
Asset No 5B, Aerocity, New Delhi, National Capital Territory of Delhi
The price is ¥11,610 per night from Jul 12 to Jul 13
¥11,610
¥13,003 total
Jul 12 - Jul 13
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in New Delhi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"It is one of the very few properties in that area that allows for sleeping 3 adults in a room. We were there for only a night and did not want to invest in 2 rooms and the bed was adequate to comfortable sleep 3."

Reviewed on Jul 5, 2025

Aloft New Delhi Aerocity
Hyatt Centric Janakpuri New Delhi
Hyatt Centric Janakpuri New Delhi
5 out of 5
Janakpuri District Centre Complex, New Delhi, Delhi N.C.R
The price is ¥7,694 per night from Jul 22 to Jul 23
¥7,694
¥8,617 total
Jul 22 - Jul 23
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in New Delhi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Janakpuri District Centre and Pacific ...
6.6/10 (189 reviews)
"Room was spacious and decent. A little loud sometimes at night but overall the stay was good and staff were there to assist. Needs a little love in some areas of the hotel. Will recommend this to tourist and locals."

Reviewed on May 31, 2025

Hyatt Centric Janakpuri New Delhi
Novotel New Delhi Aerocity Hotel
Novotel New Delhi Aerocity Hotel
4 out of 5
Asset 2, Aerocity Hospitality District, IGI Airport New Delhi, New Delhi, Delhi N.C.R
The price is ¥11,081 per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
¥11,081
¥12,411 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in New Delhi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"I had one of the best stays ever! I booked at Novotel and they gave me an upgrade to Pullman! Outstanding hotel and great customer service from Prerna and Abhishek! Please check my video update on my travel channel on Instagram, FM Empower Travel! I highly recommend this place"

Reviewed on Jul 8, 2025

Novotel New Delhi Aerocity Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
UDS Villa - Scandinavian B&B - Next to VFS
UDS Villa - Scandinavian B&B - Next to VFS
4 out of 5
22 Hanuman Road, Connaught Place, New Delhi, Delhi
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in New Delhi. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Gurudwara Bangla Sahib ...
8/10 Very Good! (37 reviews)
"Good."

Reviewed on Jun 20, 2025

UDS Villa - Scandinavian B&B - Next to VFS
GoBravo Dev Palace & Studio Apartments
GoBravo Dev Palace & Studio Apartments
2 out of 5
Old Delhi Gurgaon Rd Westend Plaza, New Delhi, DL
Stay at this apartment in New Delhi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and in-room massages. Popular attractions Ambience Mall and Worldmark are located ...
"Cooperative staff"

Reviewed on May 26, 2024

GoBravo Dev Palace & Studio Apartments
Empire Platinum Suites
Empire Platinum Suites
4.5 out of 5
Desh Bandhu Gupta Rd, Jhandewalan, New Delhi, Delhi
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in New Delhi. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Jama Masjid and Chandni Chowk are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (10 reviews)
Extremely comfortable!
"Extremely comfortable suite and bed with a kitchen and mini refrigerator if you need it. Nice desk for working as well. Curtains to block out sunlight when needed. Very nice breakfast and friendly and helpful staff. Because of its central location, the outside automobile/street traffic could be distracting, ..."

Reviewed on Jan 25, 2025

Empire Platinum Suites
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Delhi

3.8
Guest rating
5 - Excellent
172
5 - Excellent 22%
4 - Good
344
4 - Good 44%
3 - Okay
192
3 - Okay 25%
2 - Disappointing
49
2 - Disappointing 6%
1 - Terrible
23
1 - Terrible 3%

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Great place to visit to see everything from slums to the wealthy. But advise best to find a local that speaks your language to get the most out of it.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

December is not the best time to go. It was foggy, polluted and cold. Its better in February.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Loved it. Had a great time. Definitely didn’t walk around by the hotels but Uber’s were easy. The Italian place had horrible food.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Lots to see. Review online points about how much to tip and how much to pay for cabs, auto-rickshaws, etc. Most see Western and jump the price way up. Average tip for rickshaw rides is 10-30 rupees. One demanded 1500 for a tip. NOT

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I love my city . I grew up in Delhi and love it no matter how horrible service we get in these 3rd grade hotels .

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

An excellent city.

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