Delhi’s Top 50 Tourist Places You Must Visit
If your plan is to visit Delhi during your holidays, here are some suggestions that would help you with your plan.
1. India Gate

The India Gate, is a war memorial located astride the Rajpath, on the eastern edge of the ‘ceremonial axis’ of New Delhi, India, formerly called Kingsway. mposing Arc de Triomphe-style gate commemorating the Indian soldiers killed in the First World War.
Address: Kartavya Path, India Gate, New Delhi, Delhi 110001
Open: All days (24 hours)
Phone: 011 2336 5358
2. Rashtrapati Bhavan

Official residence plus Mughal and herbal gardens of the President of India, with visits by request.
Address: Rashtrapati Bhawan, President’s Estate, New Delhi, Delhi 110004
Open: Monday to Friday (9:30 am to 5:30 pm)
Closed: Saturday & Sunday
Phone: 011 2301 5321
3. The Red Fort

The Red Fort is a historical fort in the city of Delhi in India. It was the main residence of the emperors of the Mughal dynasty for nearly 200 years, until 1857. It is located in the center of Delhi and houses a number of museums.
Address: Netaji Subhash Marg, Lal Qila, Chandni Chowk, New Delhi, Delhi, 110006
Phone: 011 2327 7705
4. Qutub Minar

Qutub Minar is a minaret that forms part of the Qutub complex, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in the Mehrauli area of Delhi, India. Its design is thought to have been based on the Minaret of Jam, in western Afghanistan.
5. National Museum

The National Museum in New Delhi, also known as the National Museum of India, is one of the largest museums in India. Established in 1949, it holds variety of articles ranging from pre-historic era to modern works of art.
Address: Janpath Rd, Rajpath Area, Central Secretariat, New Delhi, Delhi 110011
Open: Tuesday to Sunday (10:00 am to 6:00 pm)
Closed: Monday
Phone: 011 2301 9272
6. Parliament House

The New Parliament House of India, inaugurated in 2023, is a modern architectural marvel located in New Delhi. Designed as part of the Central Vista Redevelopment Project, it reflects India’s democratic ethos and cultural heritage. The triangular-shaped building was designed by architect Bimal Patel and features state-of-the-art facilities.
The new structure houses advanced chambers for the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha, equipped to accommodate a larger number of representatives for future expansions. The Lok Sabha chamber, inspired by the national bird, the peacock, and the Rajya Sabha chamber, inspired by the national flower, the lotus, showcase the blend of functionality and symbolism.
With its eco-friendly design, including energy-efficient systems and sustainable materials, the New Parliament House signifies India’s forward-looking vision while honoring its democratic roots.
Address: 118, Rafi Marg, New Delhi, Delhi
7. National War Memorial

The Union Minister for Defence, Shri Rajnath Singh along with the Minister of State for AYUSH (Independent Charge) and Defence, Shri Shripad Yesso Naik, the Chief of Defence Staff & Secretary Department of Military Affairs, General Bipin Rawat, the Chief of the Army Staff, General M.M. Naravane, the Chief of Naval Staff, Admiral Karambir Singh and the Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal R.K.S. Bhadauria paying homage to the fallen heroes at the National War Memorial, on the occasion of the 21st anniversary of Kargil Vijay Diwas, in New Delhi on July 26, 2020.
The National War Memorial is a war memorial in New Delhi, Delhi, India, located at India Gate Circle. It has been built to honour and remember soldiers of the Indian Armed Forces who fought in armed conflicts of independent India.
Address: C – Hexagon, India Gate, New Delhi, Delhi 110001
Open: All 7 days (9:00 AM to 8:00 PM)
Phone: 011 2084 1356
8. Janpath

Janpath, translated People’s Path, is one of the main roads in New Delhi. It starts out as Radial Road 1 in Connaught Place, adjacent to Palika Bazaar, and runs North-South perpendicular to, and past Rajpath.
Address: Central Delhi 110001
9. National Science Centre, Delhi

Science museum with games & a 3D theater. Science museum featuring exhibits & hands-on activities geared toward kids, plus a cafeteria.
Address: Bhairon Marg, near Gate No.4, Pragati Maidan, New Delhi, Delhi 110001
Open: All 7 days (9:30 AM to 5:15 PM)
Phone: 074286 93710
10. Teen Murti Bhavan

Planetarium, monument, and architecture. The Teen Murti Bhavan is the former residence of the first Prime Minister of India, Jawaharlal Nehru in Delhi, India, who stayed here for 16 years until his death on May 27, 1964.
Address: Teen Murti Marg Area, New Delhi, Delhi 110011
11. National Gallery of Modern Art

Large collection of modern Indian art. Museum with thousands of modern paintings, sculptures & other work by Indian artists, plus tours.
Address: Jaipur House, Shershah Rd, near India Gate, Delhi High Court, India Gate, New Delhi, Delhi 110003
Open: Tuesday to Sunday (10:00 am to 6:00 pm)
Closed: Monday
Phone: 011 2338 4640
12. National Zoological Park

Sprawling zoo known for its white tigers. This zoo houses some 130 species, including white tigers, elephants & rhinos
Address: Mathura Rd, near Purana Qila, Pragati Maidan, New Delhi, Delhi 110003
Open: Sunday to Thursday (9:00 am to 6:00 pm)
Closed: Friday
Phone: 093106 38076
13. Raj Ghat & Associated Memorials

Set in lush parkland, this black marble platform marks the spot where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated.
Address: Behind Red Fort, Delhi, 110006
Open: Monday to Sunday (6:00 am to 6:30 pm)
14. Lotus Temple

Religious site also known as the Lotus Temple, opened in 1986 and open to those of all religions.
Address: Lotus Temple Rd Bahapur, Kalkaji, New Delhi, Delhi 110019
Open: Tuesday to Sunday (8:30 am to 5:00 pm)
Closed: Every Monday
Phone: 011 2644 4029
15. Akshardham Temple

Akshardham or Swaminarayan Akshardham complex is a Hindu mandir, and a spiritual-cultural campus in New Delhi, India. Over 11,000 artisans worked on this lavishly decorated Hindu temple complex inaugurated in 2005.
Address: NH 24, Pramukh Swami Maharaj Marg, Pandav Nagar, New Delhi, Delhi, 110092
Open: Tuesday to Sunday (10:00 am to 6:30 pm).
Closed: Every Monday
Phone: 011 4344 2344
16. Lodi Gardens

The Lodi Gardens have many species of trees, a Rose Garden with more than 200 varieties of roses, and a Green House, where plants are stored.
Address: Lodhi Rd, Lodhi Gardens, Lodhi Estate, New Delhi, Delhi 110003
Open: Monday to Sunday (6:00 am to 8:30 pm)
17. Gurudwara Bangla Sahib

Sikh house of worship with a golden dome & a pool of water with purported healing properties.
Address: Hanuman Road Area, Connaught Place, New Delhi, Delhi 110001
Open: All days 24 hours
Phone: 011 2334 0174
18. Chandni Chowk

Shopping, walking, markets, and history. The Chandni Chowk is one of the oldest and busiest markets in Old Delhi, India. Chandni Chowk is located close to Old Delhi Railway Station and the Red Fort.
Address: Chandni Chowk, Delhi 110006
19. ISKCON Temple

Sri Sri Radha Parthasarathi Mandir, generally known as the ISKCON Delhi temple, is a well known Vaishnav temple of Lord Krishna and Radharani in the form of Radha Parthasarathi.
Address: Iskcon Temple Rd, Sant Nagar, East of Kailash, New Delhi, Delhi 110065
Open: Monday to Sunday (4:30 AM to 9:00 PM)
Phone: 098185 22739
20. Gandhi Smriti

Gandhi Smriti formerly known as Birla House or Birla Bhavan, is a museum dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi, situated on Tees January Road, formerly Albuquerque Road, in New Delhi, India.
Address: Infront of, National Defence College, Tees January Road, 5, Tees January Marg, near Birla House, New Delhi, Delhi 110011
Open: Tuesday to Sunday (10:00 AM to 6:00 PM)
Closed: Monday
Phone: 011 2301 2843
21. Jantar Mantar, Delhi

Jantar Mantar is a series of astronomical observatories built by Maharaja Jai Singh II of Jaipur in the 18th century. The most famous ones are located in Jaipur and Delhi, with others in Ujjain, Varanasi, and Mathura. These structures were designed to measure time, predict eclipses, and track celestial bodies with remarkable precision for their era.
Address: Sansad Marg, Janpath, Connaught Place, New Delhi, Delhi 110001
22. Chhatarpur Temple

Chhatarpur Temple, located in New Delhi, India, is one of the largest temple complexes in the country, dedicated primarily to Goddess Katyayani, a form of Goddess Durga. Built in 1974 by Baba Sant Nagpal Ji, the temple showcases a blend of North and South Indian architectural styles.
Spread across 70 acres, the temple features intricate marble carvings, expansive courtyards, and beautifully adorned shrines dedicated to various Hindu deities. The temple is especially vibrant during Navratri, attracting thousands of devotees. Its serene ambiance and architectural grandeur make it a significant spiritual and cultural landmark in Delhi.
Address: Main Chhatarpur Rd, Dr Ambedkar Colony, Chhatarpur, New Delhi, Delhi 110074
Open: Monday to Sunday (10:00 AM to 6:00 PM)
23. Gurudwara Sis Ganj Sahib

Gurdwara Sis Ganj Sahib, is one of the nine historical gurdwaras in Delhi. First constructed in 1783 by Baghel Singh to commemorate the martyrdom site the ninth Sikh Guru, Guru Tegh Bahadur
Address: Chandni Chowk Rd, Maliwara, Chatta Pratap, Chandni Chowk, New Delhi, Delhi, 110006
Open: All days 24 hours
Phone: 011 2328 5117
24. Purana Qila

Riverside fortress with Mugal-era gates Riverside stone fortress with ramparts, the Mugal style Humayan Gate and a 16th-century mosque.
Address: Mathura Rd, Near Delhi Zoo, New Delhi, Delhi 110003
Open: Monday to Sunday (7:00 AM to 5:00 PM)
Phone: 011 2336 3607
25. Laxminarayan Temple, Delhi

The Laxminarayan Temple, also known as the Birla Mandir, is a prominent Hindu temple in New Delhi, India. Built in 1939 by the industrialist J.K. Birla, it is dedicated to Lord Vishnu (Narayan) and Goddess Lakshmi, the deity of wealth and prosperity.
The temple is renowned for its stunning architecture, featuring intricate carvings, domes, and sprawling gardens. It also includes shrines dedicated to other deities, making it a center for spiritual and cultural gatherings.
Address: Mandir Marg, near Gole Market, Gole Market, New Delhi, Delhi 110001
Open: Monday to Sunday (4:30 AM to 9:00 PM)
Phone: 088102 21907
26. Garden of Five Senses

Scenic, landscaped park with events. 20-acre park featuring flowering shrubs, a pool of water lilies & sculptures, plus cultural events.
Address: Westend Marg, Saidulajab, Saiyad ul Ajaib, Saket, New Delhi, Delhi 110030
Open: Monday to Sunday (9:00 AM to 6:30 PM)
Phone: 011 2953 6401
27. Agrasen Ki Baoli

Haunted house, bollywood, and monument. Agrasen ki Baoli, designated a protected monument by the Archaeological Survey of India under the Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains Act of 1958, is a 60-meter long and 15-meter wide.
Address: Hailey Rd, Hamdard Nagar, Vakil Lane, Mandi House, New Delhi, Delhi 110001
Open: Monday to Sunday (9:00 AM to 5:30 PM)
28. Iron Pillar of Delhi

Rust-resistant 5th-century column. 24-foot-high ancient column, with a Sanskrit inscription & made from metal that will never rust.
Address: Mehrauli, New Delhi, Delhi 110030
29. Khan Market

Premium shopping & dining destination. Popular, bi-level market featuring high-end retail shops & a variety of restaurants & bars.
Address: Delhi 110003
30. Feroz Shah Kotla Fort

Tomb, history, and architecture. The Feroz Shah Kotla or Kotla was a fortress built by Sultan Feroz Shah Tughlaq to house his version of Delhi city called Ferozabad. Built by the famous ruler, Firoz Shah Tughluq in the year 1354, Feroz Shah Kotla Fort is a typical structure of that era.
Address: Balmiki Basti, Vikram Nagar, New Delhi, Delhi, 110002
Open: Monday to Sunday (8:30 AM to 7:00 PM)
31. Kalka Mandir, Delhi

Kalkaji Mandir, also known as Kalkaji Temple, is a Hindu mandir or temple, dedicated to the Hindu Goddess Kali.
Address: Metro Station, Near, Ma Anandmayee Marg, NSIC Estate, Block 9, Kalkaji, New Delhi, Delhi 110019
Open: Monday to Sunday (4:00 AM to 11:30 PM)
Phone: 092050 84060
32. Sri Digambar Jain Lal Mandir

Iconic Jain temple made of red sandstone, featuring several shrines, a bookstore & a bird hospital.
Address: Netaji Subhash Marg, opposite Red Fort, Chandni Chowk, Delhi, 110006
33. Shankar’s International Dolls Museum

The International Dolls Museum is a large collection of dolls in Delhi, India. It was set up by K. Shankar Pillai, a political cartoonist. Housed in the Children’s Book.
Address: ITO 4, Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg, beside Central Bank Nehru House, Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg, Vikram Nagar, New Delhi, Delhi, 110002
Open: Tuesdayto Sunday (10:00 AM to 5:30 PM)
Closed: Monday
Phone: 011 2331 6970
34. Khirki Mosque

Historical mosque built as a fortress. Quadrangular-shaped mosque with Islamic & Hindu architecture built as a fortress from 1351–1388.
Address: A 107, near Khirki Masjid, Malviya Nagar, Delhi 110017
Open: All days 24 hours
35. Diwan-i-Khas

Historical place in Delhi, India, The Diwan-i-Khas, or Hall of Private Audiences, in the Red Fort of Delhi was the place where the Mughal emperor received courtiers and state guests. It was also known as the Shah Mahal.
Address: Lal Qila, Old Delhi, New Delhi, Delhi, 110006
Open: Tuesday to Sunday (9:30 AM to 4:30 PM)
Phone: 011 2336 5358
36. Lahori Gate, Delhi

Iconic entrance to historic fort. Landmark sandstone entrance gate to Delhi’s storied Red Fort.
Address: Delhi 110006
37. Safdarjung Tomb

Elegant garden mausoleum built in 1754. The tomb of Safdarjung, the viceroy of Awadh, with a palm-lined garden, a library and pavilions.
Address: Airforce Golf Course, Delhi Race Club, New Delhi, Delhi 110003
Open: Monday to Sunday (9:00 AM to 7:00 PM)
Phone: 011 2336 5358
38. Tughlaqabad Fort

Ruins of Tughlaq-era stone fortress. Remains of a 14th-century Tughlaq period stone fort with ramparts & battlements intact.
Address: G766+9W9, Tughlaqabad Fort, Tughlakabad, New Delhi, Delhi 110044
Open: Monday to Friday (9:30 AM to 6:00 PM)
Closed: Saturday & Sunday
Phone: 011 2464 7005
39. Dilli Haat – INA

Open-air market for handicrafts & snacks. Sprawling outdoor market offering a colorful array of handmade goods & regional food specialties.
Address: INA Market, Dilli Haat, Kidwai Nagar West, Kidwai Nagar, New Delhi, Delhi 110023
Open: Monday to Sunday (11:00 AM to 9:00 PM)
Phone: 011 2611 9055
40. Hanuman Temple, Connaught Place

Temple and architecture. Hanuman Temple in Connaught Place, New Delhi, is an ancient Hindu temple and is claimed to be one of the five temples of Mahabharata days in Delhi.
Address: Hanuman Mandir, 7B, Baba Kharak Singh Rd, Hanuman Road Area, Connaught Place, New Delhi, Delhi 110001
Open: Monday to Sunday (5:00 AM to 9:00 PM)
Phone: 098919 44479
41. Cathedral Church of the Redemption

Monumental British-era church. Landmark 1930s British colonial church featuring architecture inspired by Lutyens & Palladio.
Address: Church Road, 1, North Ave, New Delhi, Delhi 110001
Open: All 7 days (10:00 AM to 5:00 PM)
Phone: 011 2309 4229
42. Sacred Heart Cathedral

The Cathedral Of The Sacred Heart is a Roman Catholic cathedral belonging to the Latin Rite and one of the oldest church buildings in New Delhi, India.
Address: 1, Gol Dak Khana Roundabout, Ashok Place, Sector 4, Gole Market, New Delhi, Delhi 110001
Open: All 7 days (6:00 AM to 8:00 PM)
43. Connaught Place

Connaught Place is a frenetic business and financial hub, centered on a ring of colonnaded Georgian-style buildings with global chain stores, vintage cinemas, bars and Indian restaurants.
Address: New Delhi, Delhi 110001
44. Museum of Illusions

Enter the world of fascinating illusions by paying a visit to Museum of Illusions New Delhi, an edutaiment museum concept ideal for all ages
Address: Address: A Block, A 30-33 1st Floor, Rajiv Chowk, Connaught Place, New Delhi, Delhi 110001
Open: All 7 days (11:00 AM to 8:00 PM)
Phone: 085957 53885
45. Humayun’s Tomb

Humayun’s tomb is the tomb of the Mughal Emperor Humayun in Delhi, India. The tomb was commissioned by Humayun’s first wife and chief consort, Empress Bega Begum, in 1569-70, and designed by Mirak Mirza Ghiyas, a Persian architect chosen by her.
Address: Hazrat Nizamuddin Aulia Dargah, Mathura Rd, Nizamuddin, Nizamuddin East, New Delhi, Delhi 110013
Phone: 011 2435 5275
46. Jama Masjid

Jama Masjid of Delhi, is one of the largest mosques in India. Its builder is the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan, between 1644 and 1656, and inaugurated by its first Imam, Syed Abdul Ghafoor Shah Bukhari.
Address: Jama Masjid, Old Delhi, Delhi, 110006
Open: All 7 days (7:00 AM to 6:30 PM)
Phone: 011 2336 5358
47. Jamali Kamali Mosque and Tomb

Jamali Kamali Mosque and Tomb, located in the Archaeological Village complex in Mehrauli, Delhi, India, comprise two monuments adjacent to each other; one is the mosque and the other is the tomb of two persons with the names Jamali and Kamali.
48. Qutub Complex

The Qutb complex, also spelled Qutab or Qutub, is an array of monuments and buildings at Mehrauli in Delhi, India. The best-known structure in the complex is the Qutb Minar, built to honor the Sufi saint Qutbuddin Bakhtiar Kaki.
Address: Quwatul Islam Mosque, Seth Sarai, Mehrauli, New Delhi, Delhi 110030
49. Nizamuddin Dargah

Hazrat Nizamuddin Dargah is the dargah of one of the Sufi saints, Khwaja Nizamuddin Auliya. Situated in the Hazrat Nizamuddin West area of Delhi, the dargah is visited by thousands of people every week.
Address: Boali Gate Rd, Nizamuddin, Nizammudin West Slum, Nizamuddin West, New Delhi, Delhi 110013
Open: All 7 days (5:30 AM to 10:00 PM)
Phone: 098117 78607
50. National Police Memorial

The National Police Memorial is a monument in India dedicated to honoring the sacrifices of police personnel who have lost their lives while serving the nation. It is located in New Delhi, near the iconic India Gate, and was inaugurated on October 21, 2018. This date also marks Police Commemoration Day, which commemorates the first police martyrdom in the country, dating back to 1959 during a skirmish with Chinese forces.
The memorial features a central sculpture of a flame, representing the eternal spirit of the police force, and includes tablets inscribed with the names of fallen officers. It aims to provide a solemn space for reflection, remembrance, and respect for the contributions of law enforcement officers across India.
Address: Pandit Uma Shankar Dikshit Marg, Diplomatic Enclave, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi, Delhi 110011
Open: Tuesday to Sunday (9:30 AM to 5:00 PM)
Closed: Monday
Phone: 011 2301 0091