Delhi, India

Discover Delhi

A city of history, food, chaos, and charm — here are some of our favourite things to explore while you're here.

Iconic Delhi

If it’s your first time in Delhi, don’t miss these.

  • Qutub Minar minaret at the Qutub Complex, Delhi

    Qutub Minar

    For vibey evening walks

  • Humayun's Tomb and charbagh gardens, Delhi

    Humayun's Tomb

    Shah Jahan's inspo for the Taj Mahal

  • India Gate on Rajpath (Kingsway), New Delhi

    India Gate

    Nothing beats the morning energy here

  • Lotus Temple (Bahá'í House of Worship), lotus-shaped marble architecture, New Delhi

    Lotus Temple

    The quiet in the middle of the city

  • Swaminarayan Akshardham temple, ornate sandstone architecture

    Akshardham Temple

    The scale of the temple is something you have to see to believe

  • Red Fort (Lal Qila), sandstone fort walls and Delhi skyline

    Red Fort

    Go for the history, stay for the light & sound show

Art & Culture

For slower, more thoughtful moments.

  • National Gallery of Modern Art, Jaipur House — sandstone facade, dome and Indian flag, New Delhi

    National Gallery of Modern Art

    Strokes of genius

  • DAG Delhi Art Gallery exhibition with visitors viewing framed art

    DAG (Delhi Art Gallery)

    150 years of the Indian landscape, framed

  • National Crafts Museum (National Handicrafts and Handlooms Museum), New Delhi

    National Crafts Museum & Hastkala Academy

    Art on the walls, magic on the plate

Eat Like a Local

Delhi is a food city — come hungry. When the celebrations continue, a few cafes and neighbourhoods we love.

Must-Try Dishes

  • Chole bhature — spiced chickpea curry with fried bread on a plate

    Chole Bhature

    Kwality Restaurant, Connaught Place

  • Butter chicken curry in a bowl with naan bread

    Butter Chicken

    Daryaganj, Connaught Place

  • Jama Masjid mosque courtyard and minarets, Old Delhi

    Kebabs from Jama Masjid

    Old Delhi

  • Papdi chaat — crispy wafers, yogurt, chutneys, and toppings

    Chaats

    From any local market

Cafe & Restaurant Picks

  • Big Chill cafe — desserts and interior

    Big Chill

    Cakes, pasta, and Delhi institution energy

  • Juggernaut cafe, Kailash Colony

    Juggernaut

    Kailash Colony

  • Palette Cafe, Dhan Mill — cafe interior

    Palette Cafe

    Dhan Mill

  • Humaynpur — street food and neighbourhood dining, South Delhi

    Humaynpur

    Ramen, momos, and neighbourhood bites

Cafes & Nightlife

For when the celebrations continue…

  • Social Hauz Khas — cafe and bar interior

    Social (Hauz Khas)

    Pro tip: Arrive just before sunset to watch the colours change over the water while the music starts to pick up

  • Nukkad Cafe & Bar, SDA Market — cafe and bar atmosphere

    Nukkad Cafe & Bar (SDA Market)

    The kind of place that makes you want to put your phone away (after the photo)

Shop & Wander

Take a little bit of Delhi back with you.

  • Lajpat Nagar market street, shopping and stalls, Delhi

    Lajpat Nagar

    From raw silk to ready-made: these streets have it all

  • Connaught Place, colonnades and circle, New Delhi

    Connaught Place

    From high-street fashion to underground treasures: all these in the heart of the city

  • Dilli Haat INA — open-air craft bazaar and plaza, South Delhi

    Delhi Haat INA

    From Kashmiri shawls to Madhubani art: travelling across India in just a few steps

  • Select Citywalk mall, Saket — retail and outdoor plaza, South Delhi

    Select City Walk

    From Zara hauls to Sephora swatches: This mall has it all

For the Fun Seekers

If you’ve got extra time (or energy after the wedding)

  • Sunder Nursery heritage park, lawns and monuments, Delhi

    Picnic at Sundar Nursery

  • Bowling alley lanes

    Bowling at Yes Minister!

  • Go-kart on track

    Go Karting at Formula

  • Outdoor court sport

    Padel at Dirty Good