2-day Delhi itinerary

Planning a 2-day trip to Delhi? This itinerary covers some of the city's most popular attractions without trying to squeeze everything into one trip. You'll explore Chandni Chowk, Jama Masjid, Red Fort, India Gate and Humayun's Tomb, and more. The plan works well for first-time visitors and can be adjusted based on your interests and travel pace.

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Chandni Chowk

Old Delhi's historic market street, famous for street food and dense bazaar lanes.

Most shops open ~10:00 AM - 8:00 PM; food stalls run later Free to walk View on map
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Jama Masjid

One of India's largest mosques, built by Shah Jahan, with a courtyard holding 25,000 worshippers.

Open to visitors outside prayer times, roughly 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM and 1:30 PM - 6:30 PM Free (camera fee applies for photography) View on map
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Red Fort

Shah Jahan's 17th-century Mughal fortress-palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

9:30 AM - 4:30 PM; closed Mondays Indians: ~Rs 35; foreigners: ~Rs 500 View on map
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India Gate

A 42-metre war memorial arch at the heart of ceremonial New Delhi.

Open 24/7 (exterior) Free View on map
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Humayun's Tomb

A 16th-century Mughal garden-tomb that inspired the Taj Mahal's design.

6:00 AM - 6:00 PM Indians: ~Rs 35; foreigners: ~Rs 550 View on map
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Akshardham Temple

A vast modern Hindu temple complex known for its architecture and evening water show.

9:30 AM - 6:30 PM; closed Mondays Free entry to temple; exhibitions and water show ticketed separately View on map
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Lotus Temple

A lotus-shaped Bahá'í House of Worship, one of Delhi's most photographed modern buildings.

9:00 AM - 5:30 PM (varies by season); closed Mondays Free View on map
4

Qutub Minar

A 73-metre 12th-century minaret and UNESCO World Heritage Site in Mehrauli.

7:00 AM - 5:00 PM (sources vary slightly, some cite 6 AM-6 PM) Indians: ~Rs 35; foreigners: ~Rs 550 View on map

Trip overview

Duration2 days / 1 nights
DestinationDelhi, Delhi (National Capital Territory)
Best time to visitOctober to March is the best time to visit Delhi , with February and March arguably the sweet spot. October offers warm, dry, pleasant weather as the monsoon…

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