HOW TO GET THERE?

Delhi is well connected with domestic and international flights, to all the major cities within and outside India. Almost all the major airlines have their flights operating from Indira Gandhi International Airport at New Delhi. Domestic Airport connects Delhi to the major cities in India.The railway network connects Delhi to the all major and, nearly, all the minor destinations in India. The three important railway stations of Delhi are New Delhi Railway Station, Old Delhi Railway Station and Hazrat Nizamuddin Railway Station.

MAJOR ATTRACTIONS

INDIA GATE

LOCATION:

The most comfortable option to reach India Gate is via metro. The nearest Metro Station is the Central Secretariat Metro Station, which falls on the Yellow Line. Other metro stations are Pragati Maidan, Race Course and Barakhamba. You can take an auto-rickshaw or taxi from outside the metro station to reach India Gate. Alternatively, you can take the DTC bus from any point in the city. Buses going towards Patiala House also go towards India Gate.

OPENING HOURS:

India Gate can be explored anytime throughout the day(OPENED 24 HOURS). The night view is breathtaking with perfect lighting. India gate is decorated on Independence Day (August 15) or Republic Day (January 26) making it a visual delight.

WHAT ELSE TO DO?

The boating charges at India Gate is Rs.50 per person for a ride of 15 minutes while for a 30 minute boat ride, the charges are Rs.100 per person. It is open on all days of the week.
Although India gate boating timings are from 2 PM to 9 PM, boating at India Gate is especially popular in evenings when the weather is comparatively cool

Another popular place adjacent to the India Gate Memorial is the Children Park. Spread over an area of around 10 acres of land, Children’s park at India Gate is an ideal place for families to visit. Beautiful landscapes, view of the India Gate memorial and a wide array of activities for Children make this a perfect place for everyone.
Along with aquarium, jungle book theatre, amphitheatre, hi-tech games and musical fountain, there is also a library inside the park with a minimal charge for membership. Opening timings of the library is from 11 AM to 5 PM on all days of the week, except on Sundays while the timings of Children’s Park is 10 AM to 8 PM. The entry to the park is free.

India Gate Delhi is much more than a war memorial. Presenting an imposing architectural beauty, it captivates everyone. The sight is all the more alluring in evening when the memorial and the surrounding area is lit up with innumerable lights.
Light show at India Gate is something that one mustn’t miss when on a tour to Delhi. The view of India Gate glittering in lights which is enhanced by the nearby fountains adorned in colourful lights is breath-taking. Plan a visit in evening for a wonderful view of India gate Lighting. Timings of light show at India Gate are from 7 PM to 9.30 PM throughout the week.

AKSHARDHAM TEMPLE

LOCATION:

Akshardham Mandir Delhi is easily accessible from all the parts of the city. It is well connected via public transport ranging from government run buses to metro railways. The nearest metro station to the Swaminarayan Akshardham Delhi is Akshardham Metro Station on the Blue line which is only 350 meters away. Hence, tourists can get down at this station and walk to the temple. If interested, one can also hire an auto rickshaw to the temple in minimum fare.
If coming via Yellow line of Delhi Metro, one needs to get down at Rajiv Chowk metro station and then board a metro train towards Akshardham temple on the Blue line.
The distance from Delhi Airport to Akshardham Temple is around 21 km which can be covered within 1 and half hours of time. The common route to the temple from the airport is via Thimayya Marg.

OPENING HOURS:

Akshardham Temple opens every week, from Tuesday to Sunday. Akshardham Delhi closing day is Monday. Timings of Akshardham Temple are from 10.00 AM to 6.30 PM. Mandir Aarti timings are from 10 AM and 6 PM. While for the various shows and exhibitions, the opening time of Akshardham complex is 9.30 AM and the closing time is 8 PM.

Akshardham Musical Fountain and the water show is the major attraction of this temple. It is undeniably the most popular musical fountain in Delhi. Conducted at Yagnapurush Kund, Sahaj Anand Water Show is a breathtaking blend of technology with creativity.
Akshardham Light & Sound presents story from ancient Hindu scriptures Kena Upanishad.Akshardham Light & Sound show timings usually starts after sunset. Presently the shows are from 7.30 PM from Tuesday to Sunday. Number of Akshardham water show & timings can vary sometimes. For instance, on weekends and holidays there are more number of shows. The musical fountain show is 24 minutes long and is conducted in Hindi language.
Akshardham ticket price for the show is Rs.80 per person for adults and Rs.50 for children between the age group of 4-11 years. The entry is free for children below 4 years of age

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BEST HOTELS

ROSEATE HOUSE

Roseate House New Delhi is a contemporary narrative creating a new age revolution in the hospitality space offering 216 spacious plush rooms with 15 suites, including the Presidential suite and an opulent Villa spread across 500 square metres. Each room is equipped with state of the art amenities, a four fixture bathroom, a flexible workstation, LED television and luxe amenities. Sample mouth-watering fare at DEL, the all-day world cuisine bistro, fine Indian cuisine at Kheer and an impressive beverage menu at Chidya Ghar Bar. Savour scrumptious handpicked menu at Tara the Japanese roof top lounge and taste the finest tea selection from across the globe teamed with patisserie delights at Roasted. Meet and celebrate at the gorgeous Ball Room, perfect for world-class symposiums, brand launches and cocktail dinners or convene at the versatile VIP Lounge, Club Lounge or Club Prive for corporate meetings. Discover a bouquet of leisure offerings namely Aheli spa with 4 therapy rooms, salon, steam room and sauna, a gym and an infinity pool. The hotel also houses a luxe retail boulevard and an ultra-chic cinema hall - Upstage providing the best cinematic experience in the country. The hotel is within a convenient 4.5 km from the airport with easy access to corporate hubs and entertainment centers in Delhi and Gurgaon.

THE LALIT NEW DELHI

The LaLiT Hotels in Delhi, one of the best luxury hotels in Delhi India, stands tall right in the middle of city’s premier business and commercial district – Connaught Place. Being the central luxury business hotel in Delhi, it is located right next to lively shopping centres, office complexes and colourful streets, the hotel is 24 kms from the international airport and just minutes away from government offices, cultural centres and international trade fairgrounds. With the largest room sizes amongst all luxury hotels Delhi, The LaLiT New Delhi offers a total of 461 five star hotel rooms. The bedrooms are all well tailored to the needs of both a business traveler as well as a vacationer and accompanied by hotels modern amenities and elegant decor. Guests at our luxury hotels, have an option of choosing from a Deluxe Rooms, LaLiT Luxury Rooms and the suites. Serving cuisines from both the world of east and west, The LaLiT, hotels New Delhi offers four fine dining restaurants serving food to suit all types of palate. For those enjoying traditional Oriental food, The Woks serve authentic Oriental food while The Grill serves European food. And if guests want to taste food prepared in the traditional Indian way, we invite them to try our Indian cuisine at Baluchi while our multi-cuisine restaurant and Bar – 24/7 is the best place for guests who enjoy food while also interacting with chefs of the restaurant. At 24/7 guests have an option of choosing variety of food at the buffet or being selective through the elaborate a-la-carte menu.

RED FOX HOTEL

It offers a family-friendly setting with an array of amenities designed for travellers like you.Nearby landmarks such as Manekshaw Centre, Delhi Cantt. (2.5 mi) and Yogmaya Temple (2.8 mi) make Red Fox Hotel, Delhi Airport a great place to stay when visiting New Delhi.Rooms at Red Fox Hotel, Delhi Airport offer a flat screen TV and air conditioning providing exceptional comfort and convenience, and guests can go online with free wifi.24 hour front desk, a concierge, and room service are some of the conveniences offered at this hotel. A pool and free breakfast will also help to make your stay even more special. If you are driving to Red Fox Hotel, Delhi Airport, free parking is available.While in New Delhi be sure to experience nearby seafood restaurants such as High Street Kitchen & Bar.New Delhi is also known for some great history museums, including Indira Gandhi Memorial Museum, Nehru Memorial Museum, and Malliah Memorial Theater Craft Museum, which are not too far from Red Fox Hotel, Delhi Airport.At Red Fox Hotel, Delhi Airport, your comfort and satisfaction come first, and they look forward to welcoming you to New Delhi.