Packed with spectacular temples, mosques, shrines and gurdwaras, New Delhi – or Dilli, as India’s vibrant capital is called by locals – is a culturally rich spot that has a history dating back over 2,500 years
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Where To Stay In New Delhi
Taj Palace
Set amidst tranquil gardens in a leafy South Delhi neighbourhood, The Taj Palace has been the city’s luxury address for...
Haveli Dharampura
Set in the heart of the old city, this charming boutique stay features 14 carefully restored room in a 200-year-old...
Bed & Chai
For an affordable, home-style stay in the heart of South Delhi, this charming and environmentally conscious option,...
Haveli Hauz Khas
Hidden away in the leafy neighbourhood of Hauz Khas, close to historical attractions, parks and the shopping and...
The Claridges
With its unbeatable location, just opposite the sprawling city park Lodhi Gardens, and close to many of the main sights of...
Where To Eat In New Delhi
Café Lota
Located within the National Crafts Museum, this breezy, bamboo-lined space puts an inventive spin on regional Indian...
Yeti – The Himalayan Kitchen
A perennial favourite among locals, this small but cosy eatery in trendy Hauz Khas Village dishes up delicious fare from...
Bikanervala
Head to Bikanervala for the best street food in Delhi, sans the noise and dust of the streets. This popular multi-outlet...
The Spice Route
Trace the journey of spices along South India’s Malabar coast all the way to Sri Lanka and Southeast Asia by way of the...
Bukhara
Bukhara is located within the luxurious ITC Maurya hotel, where you are likely to rub shoulders with Bollywood stars or...
Where To Drink In New Delhi
The Grammar Room
A clutch of upscale bars in the Mehrauli area vie for attention with their breezy terraces and views of Qutub Minar, the...
Delhi Club House
Delhi Club House brings the old-world charm and classic comfort food of India’s elite colonial-era clubs to a lively South...
The Beer Café
With over 50 varieties of beers from 20 countries, this beer bar chain with locations in several Indian cities claims to...
Monkey Bar
This popular gastropub is known for its food as much as its drinks, and comes with a pool table and foosball corner to...
Manhattan Bar Exchange
The after-work scene in the satellite city of Gurugram, in the bordering state of Haryana, is known for its bustling...
What To Do In New Delhi
Delhi by Cycle
Discover Delhi’s most iconic neighbourhoods on two wheels with these specially-curated bicycle tours. The Shahjahan Tour...
Eat local with the Traveling Spoon
To discover Indian cuisine beyond tandoori chicken, sign up with a local host for an authentic home-cooked meal with this...
Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage walking tour
Walk into Delhi’s past and uncover the hidden layers of the old city and Mughal-era monuments with members of the Indian...
The Qutub Complex
Legend has it that those who manage to hug the pillar at the Qutub Minar have their wishes come true. This stunning...
Red Fort
This sprawling 17th-century fort in the crowded lanes of Old Delhi is a lasting symbol of the might of the Mughal emperors...
Where To Shop In New Delhi
Gulab Singh Johrimal
Located in one of Delhi’s oldest markets, Gulab Singh Johrimal has been selling a wide range of fragrances, essential oils...
Central Cottage Industries Emporium
The CCIE is the city’s favourite one-stop shop for the best handicrafts from all over India. From exquisite textiles and...
Surajkund Mela
Pick up unique handicrafts and textiles at the annual festival held at Surajkund, Faridabad – an hour’s drive from the...
Shahpur Jat
This hipster neighbourhood in South Delhi is the best place to unearth up-and-coming independent textile designers. With...
Dilli Haat
Eschew the air-conditioned shopping malls and head instead to Dilli Haat in the centre of the city. This open-air market...