Old Delhi

Getting there

By train 1 Delhi Junction NR . The sole station serving Old Delhi, and the terminal of many Delhi-bound express trains. See the main listing. (updated Feb 2026)

By bus 2 ISBT, Kashmere Gate (Interstate Bus Terminus). The major bus terminal in Delhi. It connects the city to the rest of India. Old Delhi is also connected to the rest of the city by Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) buses. Private Blue Line buses (orange) also connects Old Delhi to the rest of the city. (updated May 2020) Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) operates both air conditioned and non air conditioned buses in Old Delhi. Blue-line (orange) private buses are also in operation.

By metro The 1 , 2 and 6 lines run over Central Delhi, meeting at 3 Kashmere Gate provding easy access to most of the tourist spots.

By rickshaw There are three types of rickshaws in Central Delhi, auto-rickshaws, cycle rickshaws and electric rickshaws. Auto rickshaws are good for shorter trips. They don't run on meters and prices are fixed before the trip. Fares are generally over quoted and needs to negotiated before the trips begins. Cycle rickshaws and electric rickshaws are ideal for very short trips. Prices needs to be negotiated and fixed before the trips start.

See

1 Yamuna Ghat. Enjoy the scene of ritual bathing and sunset on the Yamuna River, which is considered sacred to Hindus along with the Ganges. (updated Feb 2026)

Red Fort

2 Red Fort (लाल क़िला Lāl Qilā) (metro: Lal Quila 6 ). One of Delhi's top tourist sights and listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. A brilliant red sandstone fort was built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan (who also built the Taj Mahal) as his ruling palace. Completed in 1648, the years since have not treated the buildings kindly: the rooms have long since been stripped of all objects, the marble inlays are long gone and quite a few buildings are off-limits. Still, the scale remains imposing and the gardens are kept lush and green even in midwinter. (updated Feb 2026) The only open entrances are the Lahore Gate on the west side, and the Delhi Gate on the southern side. Security in and around the Fort is very heavy, as it was the scene of a terrorist attack in 2000 that killed three people. Bags are allowed, but they'll be X-rayed and you'll be patted down. Tickets cost ₹30/500 for Indians/foreigners, photography is free, and video cameras ₹25 extra. Tickets can be bought online at the official Archaeological Survey of India website. Open sunrise to sunset daily except Monday. Allow for 3-4 hours in your schedule in case of long weekends and national holidays as a lot of tourists flock around then. The most scenic way of reaching the fort is to take the metro to Chawri Bazaar 2 and then a cycle-rickshaw through the incredibly packed bazaar to the Fort (price negotiable, aim for ₹20), even though Lal Quila 6 is a better option, as the latter bypasses the bazaar entirely. The fort has a light and sound show (₹50) in the evenings from 7:30-9PM, depending on the season. Be careful buying tickets at the booth, as the ticket sellers will attempt to shortchange you. Try to have a small bill. Due to enhanced security, the parking can be a bit tricky as the walk from the now distanced away parking a

Do

1 Mahatma Gandhi Park (Company Bagh), SP Mukherjee Marg (opposite Delhi Junction NR ). An early British-era garden, later rededicated in memory of Gandhi. (updated Feb 2026)

Buy

Bazaars and markets 1 Bhagirath Palace (भगीरथ पैलेस Bhagīrath Pailes). A popular wholesale market, selling lighting fixtures, electrical equipment and accessories. (updated Feb 2026) 2 Chandni Chowk, Chandni Chowk Rd, Chatta Pratap (next to Gurudwara Sis Ganj; metro: Chandni Chowk 2 ). This is the place to go for the full-on Indian experience of crowded, twisting alleys and tiny shops. The Fountain serves as a useful orientation point, and there are great Delhi-style snacks to be found in the vicinity too (see Eat). (updated May 2023) 3 Khari Baoli (Naya Bazaar) (local: Sadar Bazar , then walk 300 m E; metro: Chandni Chowk 2 , then walk 600 m SW), ☏ +91 98 73736846, fax: +98 71232629. Walking away from the Red Fort through Chandni Chowk will lead you here, the primary spice market in Old Delhi where most restaurants shop. Great place to buy individual spices (especially cardamom in bulk), masala chai mixes, and various masala mixes for vegetables, meat, fish, meat, chicken, and rice. Afghan Store (lot# 6553). Reputed to be the largest outdoor, pedestrianized shopping area in Delhi. Huge bargains on all sorts of Western and Indian wear. You can also get many reputed Western brands as export surplus if you are lucky. It is also a great market for fresh fruits, vegetables and household goods. (updated May 2023) 4 Meena Bazar (Eastward from Jama Masjid). a popular flea market with antiques (and not-so-antiques) — it's also known as Chor Bazar or "Thieves' Market," so hold onto your wallet and don't believe every claim you hear.

Books 5 Nai Sarak Bookshop Area (near Chawri Bazaar. Metro: Chawri Bazaar or Chandni Chowk (Yellow)). Narrow alleys where most publishers are based. This is very popular with students, particularly college students as course books are available here. They carry books in nearly all major languages spoken in India. Don't expect bargaining to work here as shopkeepers are too busy to argue. The shopkeepers do more business than any proper bra

Eat

You will find many shops in Chandni Chowk area. Paranthe Wali Gali is a street with shops selling parathas, where you will find many varieties of parathas. Karim restaurant, near Jama Masjid, established 1913. Old kheer shop, established 1880, in Chandni Chowk is a dessert delight and haven for foody. Old famous jalebi wala,established over 140 years ago, offers famous jalebi, an Indian dessert at affordable price with great taste. Old ameer mithai wala,near jama masjid, offers samosa and pakoras, modified grilled sandwiches at affordable prices with over 100 years of legacy.

Haldiram's (1454/2 Chandni Chowk just west of the fountain and other outlets around town). This is a famous manufacturer of Indian snacks and sweets that has now gone global. This always-packed, two-story outlet in the heart of Chandni Chowk was its first in Delhi and dates back to 1924. The ground floor houses a vast array of sweet and sticky Indian confections, while the first floor has a popular vegetarian restaurant. This is a great place to try authentic and hygienic Delhi chaat and other Indian snack foods. Try the Raj Kachori, a mixture of different types of stuffing with sweetened yogurt and chutneys in an oversized hollow dough shell. All chaat is under ₹50, or you can get a full daily thali for ₹90. Choley Bhature, and the various Dosas are great options to try as well from their Southern Indian selection. Be sure to save room for dessert, as Haldiram's offers some of the best rasmalai, rasgullah, gulab jamun and other tasty delights in India. (updated Jan 2026) Kake Di