11 Best Places To Visit In Delhi – Capital city of India

India is a multi-culture country in the world. In this country, there are so many places but Delhi is one of the most famous attractions. In this article, I will share with you Delhi’s topmost visited places by Travellers. Delhi is the capital city of India and it is the first choice for Indians as well as Foreigners when they want to explore India.

You can travel easily & every type of transportation is available to reach one destination to another travel Destination like Bus, Private Cabs, & Metro. Here, I am going to provide some information about visiting places in Delhi with the help of the Metro and I mention all the nearest metro stations. You can explore Delhi According to your choices but I recommend these places in Delhi because these places are closest to the Metro Sation.

Best Tourist Visiting Places at Dilwalo Ki Delhi

• Red Fort
• Jama Masjid
• Raj Ghat
• Humayun’s Tomb
• Akshardham Temple
• Kalkaji Mandir
• Lotus Temple
• Chatarpur Temple
• Qutub Minar
• Jantar Mantar
• India Gate

1. Red Fort

The Red Fort is also known as the Lal Qila. It is built in 1648 and covers around 254.76 acres. It is designed by the “Ustad Ahmad Lahauri” and built by the Shah Jahan. Shah Jahan built many other Historical buildings in India and the Taj Mahal is one of them. There are a mosque and a very nice shop inside the Red Fort where you can enjoy the Indian culture.

Nearest Metro Station: Red Fort ( Violet Line)

Opening time of Red fort: Tuesday to Saturday (07:00 AM -05:30 PM ) and Closed on Monday.

Explore time:  Around 2-3 Hours

Entry fee:  Indian citizens Rs.35 per person.

Foreign tourists Rs.500 per person.

2. Jama Masjid

This Masjid is the top mosque in Delhi India. The original name of Jama Masjid is Masjid-i-Jahan-Numa and it is built by the famous Shah Jahan. The Construction of the mosque started in 1650 and was finished in 1656, after which it remained the royal mosque of the emperors until the end of the Mughal period. People come here for the Namaj.

Nearest Metro Station: Jama Masjid ( Violet Line)

Opening time: 07:00 AM -12:00 PM & 01:30-06:00 PM

Explore time: Around 45-60 Minutes

Entry fee: Free

3. Raj Ghat

This is the grand memorial to Father of Nation Mahatma Gandhi. It is a sign of respect and the black marble platform marks the spot of the Mahatma Gandhi “Cremation”.

Nearest Metro Station: Delhi Gate( Violet line )

Opening time: 06:00 AM -06:00 PM

Explore time: Around 45-60 Minutes

Entry fee: Free

4. Humayun’s Tomb

This tomb is dedicated to Mughal Emperor Humayun in Delhi, India. It is designed by Mirak Mirza Ghiyas & the tomb was started to build in 1565 and was completed in 1572 A.D. Akber is the son of Humayun. After his death, Akbar had made it an aim to build the tomb in memory of his late father.

Nearest Metro Station: JLN ( Violet Line)

Opening time: 06:00 AM -06:00 PM

Explore time: Around 45-60 Minutes

Entry fee: Indian citizens Rs.35 per person & Foreign tourists Rs.550 per person.

5. Akshardham Temple

This is one of the most popular temples in the world. Akshardham means the divine abode of God. It is constructed by Bochasanwasi Shri Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha (BAPS) and open for the public on 6th November 2005.

Nearest Metro Station: Akshardham ( Blue Line)

Opening time: 09:30 AM – 6:30 PM

Explore time: Around 1-2 Hours

Entry fee: Free

6. Kalkaji Mandir

Kalka Devi is known to be one of the incarnations of Goddess Shakti (Durga). Due to this renowned temple, the area came to be called Kalkaji. The image of the Goddess Kalka is believed to be a self-manifested one. The main shrine has twelve sides, made of white marble and granite tiles.

Nearest Metro Station: Kalkaji Mandir ( Violet Line)

Opening time: 06:00 AM -06:00 PM

Explore time: Around 45-60 Minutes

Entry fee: Free

7. Lotus Temple

This temple also known as the Bahai House of Worship, is a wonderful place to enjoy the silence in the noisy city of Delhi. It is designed by Fariborz Sahba. The particular flower was chosen as its an important symbol in Hinduism, Islam, Buddhism, and Jainism. Around the petals are nine pools of water that look spectacular in the evening when light shadows fall on their surface. People of any religion are welcome to pray and meditate silently in the central hall of this place.

Nearest Metro Station: Kalkaji Mandir (Violet Line)

Opening time: 06:00 AM -06:00 PM ( Monday Closed )

Explore time: Around 45-60 Minutes

Entry fee: Free

8. Chatarpur Temple

This Temple is dedicated to one of the most formidable avatars of Goddess Durga, Bhagwati Maa Katyayani. Chattarpur Temple is built in 1974.

Nearest Metro Station: Chatarpur (Yellow Line)

Opening time: 06:00 AM -10:00 PM

Explore time: Around 45-60 Minutes

Entry fee: Free

9. Qutub Minar

This is one of the most popular places in Delhi. It is built by Qutb Ud-Din Aibak. Qutub Minar built a victory tower as a minaret within the distance of Delhi and the height of the Minar is 75M.

Nearest Metro Station: Qutub Minar (Yellow line)

Opening time: 07:00 AM -05:00 PM

Explore time: Around 1-2 hours

Entry fee: Indian citizens Rs.35 per person & Foreign tourists Rs.550 per person.

10. Jantar Mantar

It is built by the Raja Jai Singh in 1724. It is used for astronomical calculations & this beautiful creation builds by Maharaja Jai Singh. Jantar Mantar is located near the Rajiv Chowk Metro stations & if you are a lover of science then this place must add to your Delhi Trip.

Nearest Metro Station: Rajiv Chowk (Yellow Line)

Opening time: 09:30 AM – 6:30 PM

Explore time: Around 20-35 Minutes

Entry fee: Indian citizens Rs.35 per person & Foreign tourists Rs.200 per person.

11. India Gate

It is an excellent place in New Delhi. It is memorable for thousands of soldiers, who martyr during the First World War. One another great place is also located near the India Gate known as the “All India War Memorial”. Near around, there is a lot of activity for enjoyment. You can enjoy your evening time just watching the beauty of the light show.

Nearest Metro Station: Central Secretarial (Yellow Line)

Opening time: Always Open

Explore time: Around 1-2 hours

Entry fee: Free

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