Is 3 days enough to see Delhi?

Yes — three days in Delhi is enough to experience the best the city has to offer. Our itinerary covers Red Fort, Chandni Chowk & Old Delhi by cycle rickshaw, Humayun's Tomb, Qutb Minar & the markets of Lodi Garden, India Gate, Lutyens' Delhi, National Museum & farewell chaat, giving you a genuine feel for Delhi without feeling rushed.

When is the best time to visit Delhi?

October–March (the winter season: 8–22°C, the clearest skies (though Delhi's famous winter fog (January) can be dense), manageable crowds. November is the most popular month for foreign visitors. April–June: 35–45°C (the most extreme heat in India), the Loo (the hot dry wind from the desert). July–September: monsoon season (humidity, rain, flooding on low roads, but the gardens of Mughal monuments

Where should I stay in Delhi?

Lodi Road, New Delhi — directly adjacent to Lodi Garden, close to Khan Market and Humayun's Tomb is a great base for exploring Delhi. The Lodhi from €420/night is our recommended hotel for its location and value.

What is Delhi most famous for?

Delhi (दिल्ली — both the city of New Delhi (the colonial-era capital, designed by Edwin Lutyens and Herbert Baker (1911–1931)) and the National Capital Territory of Delhi (33 million people, the largest urban area in India and the second largest in the world after Tokyo)) is the most historically layered city in Asia: the site of eight successive capitals of the Indian subcontinent, from the Tomar

What language do people speak in Delhi?

Hindi (the official language of Delhi, spoken by 85% of residents) and English (the language of government, education, law and business in the National Capital Territory, widely spoken in markets and tourist areas). Urdu is spoken by the Muslim community of Old Delhi. The linguistic diversity: the 33 million people in Greater Delhi include speakers of Bengali, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, Gujarati and many other Indian languages — Hindi is the lingua franca between them all

What currency is used in Delhi?

Indian Rupee (₹). €1 ≈ 92–95 ₹. Cards increasingly accepted at major restaurants, hotels and upscale shops. Cash essential for street food, cycle rickshaws, Old Delhi markets and local restaurants. ATMs everywhere — use HDFC, ICICI or SBI ATMs for reliability. The ₹2,000 note (the largest denomination) was withdrawn from circulation in 2023 — the ₹500 note is the practical large denomination

How do you get around Delhi?

Delhi Metro (the finest metro system in India — 8 color-coded lines, 390 stations, 286 km of track): buy a token (single journey) or a Tourist Card (₹200 for 1 day unlimited, ₹500 for 3 days). Key stations: Chandni Chowk (Yellow Line, for Old Delhi), Khan Market (Violet Line), Hauz Khas (Yellow Line). The metro is air-conditioned and essential in summer. Auto-rickshaws (the green-and-yellow three-wheelers, meter-only — negotiate firmly or use Ola/Uber which have meter auto-rickshaws bookable by app). No walking in Delhi's traffic

How do you get to Delhi?

Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL): Delhi Metro Airport Express to New Delhi Railway Station 20 min (₹60) or Shivaji Stadium 19 min — the most practical connection. Taxi: ₹500–700 (prepaid from the official taxi stand), Ola/Uber ₩400–600. Direct flights from London (8.5 hrs), Amsterdam (8 hrs), Dubai (3 hrs), Singapore (5.5 hrs), Bangkok (4 hrs), New York (14 hrs non-stop Air India)

What is the tipping etiquette in Delhi?

10% at sit-down restaurants (the service charge (10%) is often already included — check the bill). No tip at street food stalls or dhabas (local restaurants). Auto-rickshaw: no tip (pay the meter). Hotel: ₹50–100 per bag, ₹50 housekeeping. Tour guide: ₹300–500 for a half-day. Delhi is one of India's more tip-aware cities in the tourist areas

Is Delhi safe for tourists?

Delhi is manageable with awareness. The areas described (Old Delhi Chandni Chowk, Lutyens' Delhi, Khan Market, Hauz Khas, Lodi Garden) are generally safe for tourists. Main risks: cycle rickshaw and tuk-tuk drivers taking visitors to commission shops (never get in a vehicle with an unknown destination); scams around major monuments (unofficial "guides" and "closed today, follow me" approaches near the Red Fort and Qutb Minar are very common — decline firmly). At night: stick to the restaurant areas of Khan Market, Greater Kailash, Hauz Khas Village and South Delhi. Women: Delhi has a mixed reputation for women's safety; dress conservatively and use apps for transport at night

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