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Delhi, India - Travel Guide

By MupDay - the planner that does the research for you.

Updated: 2026-07-09

Delhi is a vibrant city full of contrasts, blending ancient history with a modern pace of life. Visit to experience the richness of Indian culture, bustling markets, and magnificent architectural sites.

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Top things to do in Delhi

The must-see places in Delhi include Qutub Minar, Red Fort, Chandni Chowk, Lal Qila (Red Fort), India Gate and more. Here is the full list, with a short note on each:

A sample 3-day itinerary for Delhi

Here is what 3 days in Delhi look like when the planner builds them: stops grouped by proximity so no day doubles back, one full day at a time. The same route can be built for any length, from two days to a week.

Day 1

  1. Rashtrapati Bhavan (Presidential Palace) · Central Delhi
  2. Sansad Bhavan (Parliament House) · Central Delhi
  3. Bangla Sahib Gurudwara · Connaught Place
  4. Connaught Place · Central Delhi
  5. Jantar Mantar · Connaught Place
  6. Agrasen ki Baoli · Connaught Place
  7. Red Fort · Old Delhi
  8. National Museum · Janpath
  9. India Gate · Central Delhi

Day 2

  1. Iron Pillar
  2. Qutub Minar · Mehrauli
  3. Mehrauli Archaeological Park · Mehrauli

Day 3

  1. Isa Khan's Tomb
  2. Akshardham Temple · East Delhi
  3. Humayun's Tomb · Nizamuddin East
  4. Lodhi Garden · Lodhi Estate
  5. Lotus Temple · Bahapur
  6. Safdarjung's Tomb · Safdarjung Enclave
  7. Dilli Haat - INA
  8. National Rail Museum · Chanakyapuri

This is an example. The planner builds a different route for your dates, real opening hours, how you get around and your own preferences.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the must-see places in Delhi?

Qutub Minar, Red Fort, Chandni Chowk, Lal Qila (Red Fort), India Gate, Akshardham Temple

When is the best time to visit Delhi?

Any season works - MupDay plans around opening hours and the weather, and rebuilds your days as you add or remove places.

How many days do you need in Delhi?

Most travellers spend between two and five days in Delhi. MupDay builds a full itinerary for whatever length you pick - two days, three, four or a week - splitting the places across the days by proximity and opening hours, so each day stands on its own.

How do I plan an itinerary for Delhi?

Pick places in MupDay and it auto-builds a day-by-day route with no zig-zag, weather-aware.

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