Things to do in Delhi
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Small-Group Food Walking Tour in Delhi Including Rickshaw Ride
3 hours (Departs Delhi, India)
by Viator
Experience Delhi’s culture through its cuisine on this food walking tour with a friendly, knowledgeable guide. Join the local foodie crowd as you explore the…Not LP reviewed
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India Experience
26 days (New Delhi)
by Intrepid
Spot exotic creatures on a safari in the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, Witness traditional dance performances in Kochi, Unwind at the Kovalam Beach, Cruise the…Not LP reviewed
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Rajasthan Experience
15 days (New Delhi)
by Intrepid
Embark on a camel safari in Jaisalmer desert, See the holy rats of Bikaner's Karni Mata temple, Experience warm Rajasthani hospitality, Witness a dramatic…Not LP reviewed
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North India Highlights
12 days (New Delhi)
by Intrepid
Uncover the secrets of Indian cookery in Orchha, Peruse Khajuraho's erotic temple carvings, Mingle with pilgrims in spiritual Varanasi, Visit the timeless Taj…Not LP reviewed
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Golden Triangle
8 days (New Delhi)
by Intrepid
Discover the ghost town of Fatehpur Sikri, Stroll the pink-hued streets of Jaipur, Delight in the fragrance of India's spices, Experience the chaotic charm of…Not LP reviewed
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Smokehouse Grill
An uber-hip hangout, suffused in minimalist chic, with lots of good, smoked (!) food on the menu. From smoked melon mojitos to smoked tomato and lemongrass broth, it’s all excellent. Leave room for the divine chocolate soufflé.
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Wenger’s
Legendary Wenger’s has been baking since 1926 – its convoluted purchasing procedure certainly harks back to ye olde days! But the rigmarole is worth it, with a great array of sweet and savoury treats, including perfect patties.
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2-Day Private Tour of Jaipur from Delhi: City Palace, Hawa Mahal, Amber Fort and Elephant Ride
2 days, 1 night (Departs Delhi, India)
by Viator
Admire the beauty and extravagance of 18th-century architecture in India as you visit incredible palatial complexes, forts and temples on this 2-day private…Not LP reviewed
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Purana Qila
With its massive walls and impressive gateways, Purana Qila was built by Afghan ruler Sher Shah during his reign (1538–45), before the emperor Humayun (whom he had previously defeated) regained control of India.
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Private Tour: Day Trip to Agra from Delhi including Taj Mahal and Agra Fort
14 hours (Departs Delhi, India)
by Viator
Step back in time and discover the glory of the Mughal Empire of India on this day trip to Agra. See ancient architecture significant to India’s history such as…Not LP reviewed
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Shalom
This loungey bar-restaurant, with wooden furniture and whitewashed walls, is one of the doyennes of the Delhi loungebar scene. As well as wine, beers, cocktails (around Rs400), and nightly DJs, there’s top-notch Mediterranean fare.
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Bukhara
Considered Delhi’s best restaurant, serving Northwest Frontier–style cuisine. Its tandoor and dhal are particularly renowned. Apparently Bill Clinton ate here four times in a row. Reservations are essential (taken between 7pm and 8pm).
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Urban Pind
Three-floored, this has cushy flocked sofas, mock-Khajuraho carvings, and nightly DJs (Kingfisher Rs200). Nab a roof-terrace table. Tuesday is Salsa night, with free lessons from 9pm, while expats and diplomats flock here on a Thursday.
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Private Tour: 5-Day Varanasi and Khajuraho from Delhi
5 days (Departs Delhi, India)
by Viator
Discover the best of Varanasi and Khajuraho on a private 5-day tour from Delhi. Visit Varanasi, the most sacred city in India, and see where Hindus practice…Not LP reviewed
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Regent’s Blues
A dark den with reasonably priced beers (Kingfisher Rs155). With brick walls plastered with the likes of Jimi Hendrix and other less-recognisable figures, and a cheerily unhip soundtrack (think Sonny and Cher) gritty RB is a lively, snob-free zone.
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Flavors
Italian-run Flavors is a chic little haven, fronted by lawns and greenery, with some outdoor wrought-iron chairs and tables. Inside is simply decorated, with diners gleefully tucking into pasta, risotto, and wood-fired pizzas. Desserts are good too.
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Punjabi by Nature
Served amid glass raindrops and murals of turbaned men, this place offers ravishingly delicious Punjabi food; mop up flavour-packed sauces with rumali roti (paper-thin chapatis) or thick garlic naan. Go on, try the vodka golgappas !
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C.Lal & Sons
After sightseeing at Safdarjang’s tomb, drop into kindly Mr Lal’s ‘curiosity shop’. Much loved by Delhi-based diplomats for its dazzling Christmas-tree decorations, it also sells competitively priced handicrafts such as papier mâché, tiles, and carvings.
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The Chinese
Popular with Chinese diplomats, here the Hunan chef serves up authentic cuisine, such as Hunan smoked lamb or gong boa ji ding (chicken with onion, chilli, peanut and hot garlic sauce) in a wow-factor tentlike interior, decorated with calligraphy.
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Q’BA
Connaught Place’s swishest watering hole has a Q-shaped bar, dim lighting, leather chairs and inviting Chesterfield sofas. Upstairs is the fine dining restaurant (from 7pm), and there’s a roof terrace, ideal on sultry evenings. Cocktails cost around Rs350.
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National Rail Museum
Trainspotters will adore this museum, with around 30 locomotives and old carriages. Exhibits include an 1855 steam engine, still in working order, and various oddities including the skull of an elephant that charged a train in 1894, and lost.
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National Zoological Gardens
Popular with families and courting couples, this is India’s biggest zoo. It’s a bit forlorn, in the way of zoos, but there are white Bengal tigers, Himalayan black bears, rhinos, hippos, wolves, elephants, giraffes, and some spectacular birds.
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Main Bazaar
The backpacker-oriented spine of Paharganj is a great place to pick up bargain T-shirts, shawls, leatherware, costume jewellery, essential oil, incense, bindis and even bongs. Although officially closed on Monday, many shops remain open during the tourist season.
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Lodi Garden Restaurant
A greenery-shaded haven beside lovely Lodi Garden: the menu and clientele are remarkably non-Indian, but it’s good for Mediterranean and Lebanese cuisine (think steamed octopus, sesame prawns and mezze). They do brunch at weekends, and there’s regular live music.
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Ashtaang
Ashtaang is located opposite Delhi University (South Campus), It offers authentic Ayurvedic treatments such as sirodhara (warm oil drizzled on forehead; 40 minutes Rs1600) and abyangam (synchronised massage; Rs1100 for 45 minutes).
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Delhi to Kathmandu Yolo Adventure
15 days (Delhi to Kathmandu)
by G Adventures
India is less a place to see than a place to do and this fast-paced 15-day tour ensures you live every moment to the fullest. With other youthful travellers,…Not LP reviewed
from USD$1,199