TOP 10 BUDGET-FRIENDLY PLACES IN DELHI
Best budget-friendly places to visit in Delhi:
- RED FORT
- QUTUB MINAR
- HUMAYUN'S TOMB
- DILLI HAAT
- LODHI GARDEN
- LOTUS TEMPLE
- JAMA MASJID
- SUNDER NURSERY
- SANJAY VAN
- KAMLA NEHRU RIDGE
1) RED FORT
The Red Fort, also known as Lal Qila, is a historical landmark that served as the residence of the Mughal Empire. The architecture captures the stunning artwork of Persian, European, and Indian styles. Known for its architecture, it was characterized as the "Zenith of Mughal Creativity." The Lahori Gate is the main entrance leading to shopping markets full of jewels and craft shops.
Location- Netaji Subhash Marg, Lal Qila, Chandni Chowk, New Delhi, Delhi,
Ticket- Rs. 35/ (online payment), Rs. 50/ (cash payment), Rs. 550/ (foreigners-online payment), Rs. 600/ (foreigners-cash payment).
Timings- 9:30 am-4:30 pm (Monday closed)
2) QUTUB MINAR
Qutub Minar, founded by the Tomar Rajputs, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in Mehrauli in South Delhi. The artwork of the Qutub Minar explores the beauty of traditional Mughal and Southwest Asian architecture, with a height of 72.5 meters and containing 399 steps. It is constructed from red sandstone and has five stories and balconies with an intricate honeycomb design.
Location- Mehrauli, Delhi.
Ticket-Rs. 35/ (Indian citizen) and Rs. 550/ (foreigners).
Timings- 7:00 am-5:00 pm (including weekends and holidays).
3) HUMAYUN'S TOMB
Humayun's Tomb, the tomb of the second Mughal Emperor, is situated in Delhi, India. Behind the gigantic walls of the tomb lies a beautiful garden and water channels. The tomb was built in 1588 at the command of his wife and chief consort after his death. Spread across an area of 30 acres, its unique octagonal shape makes it an epitome of creative brilliance. Its stunning architecture was the inspiration behind the construction of the Taj Mahal.
Location- Mathura Rd, Nizamuddin, Nizamuddin East, New Delhi
Ticket- Rs. 35/ (Indian citizen) and Rs. 550/ (foreigners).
Timings- Sunrise to 7:30 pm (Open all days).
4) DILLI HAAT
Dilli Haat is a permanent open-air market craft bazaar in Delhi, regulated by Delhi Tourism and Transportation Development Corporation. A home to art and craft, Dilli Haat offers handicrafts made of rosewood, sandalwood, gems, brassware, metal, beads, wool, and silk. The stalls are allotted to craftsmen from all over India on a rotational period of 15 days.
Location- INA Market, Kidwai Nagar, New Delhi
Ticket- Rs. 30/ (free entry for persons with disability) and Rs. 100/ (for Foreigners).
Timings- 11:00 am-9:00 pm (Monday closed).
5) LODHI GARDEN
Lodhi Garden is spread over an area of 90 acres and has tombs of Sikander Lodhi and Muhammad Shah. It is a popular spot for morning walks and picnics, situated between the Safdarjung tomb and the Khan market. Its serene environment provides a gateway of relaxation to Delhiites.
Location- Lodhi Rd., Lodhi Estate, New Delhi.
Ticket- No entry fees.
Timings- 6:00 am-8:00 pm (Monday closed).
6) LOTUS TEMPLE
The Lotus Temple is a place of worship of the Baha'i religion dedicated to the oneness of God. As the name suggests, it is constructed in the shape of a Lotus with 27 marble petals and 34 meters in height. Around the petals, it has nine pools of water, which uplift the beauty of this panoramic view. The Lotus Temple has won several awards for its outstanding architecture. It is one of the most popular tourist spots, known for its tranquil environment.
Location- Lotus Temple Rd, Bahapur, Kalkaji, New Delhi,
Ticket- No entry fee.
Timings- During summer- 9:00 am-7:00 pm (Monday closed).
During winter- 9:00 am-5:30 pm (Monday closed).
7) JAMA MASJID
Jama Masjid, constructed by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan, is the second-largest mosque in India. This beautiful piece was created with red sandstone and white marble facing towards the holy place, Mecca. It is a divine place of worship for Muslims, and many people offer their prayers with a capacity of accommodating 25000 people. Along with the divine experience, tourists can also explore the narrow streets, a paradise for food lovers.
Location- Jama Masjid, Old Delhi.
Ticket- No entry fees (only have to pay for photography and climbing the minaret).
Timings- 7:00 am-12:00 pm and 1:30 pm-6:30 pm (tourists not allowed during prayer).
Dress Code- Covered attire (you may need to hire robes).
8) SUNDER NURSERY
Sunder Nursery is a heritage park located in the modern streets of Delhi, opposite Humayun's tomb. Spread across an area of 90 acres, it is home to several tombs and a long stretch of greenery, along with pathways of water channels. Its breathtaking beauty is a perfect spot for picnics.
Location- Nizamuddin, National Zoological Park, Sundar Nagar, New Delhi
Ticket- Rs. 50/ (Indian Citizen) and Rs. 200/ (Foreigners).
Timings- 7:00 am-10:00 pm (open all days).
9) SANJAY VAN
Sanjay Van is a dense forest stretched across an area of 783 acres. The vast cover of flora and fauna makes it one of the best tourist spots popular for nature walks, bird watching, yoga and photography.
Location- Sanjay Van, New Mehrauli Road, Qutab Institutional Area, New Delhi.
Ticket- No entry fees.
Timing- 6:00 am - 8:00 pm.
10) KAMLA NEHRU RIDGE
Northern Ridge or Kamla Nehru Ridge, a wide area covering 87 hectares of land lying in the Northern Aravalli Leopard corridor. Located in the heart of the North campus of Delhi University, it is one of the main attractions for college students.
Location- Near Chauburja, Vishwavidyalaya Marg, Civil Lines
Ticket- No entry fees.
Timing- 5:00 am-11:00 am and 4:30 pm-7:00 pm.
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