North India Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Shimla featuring tranquil scenes
Golden Temple featuring heritage elements
Hawa Mahal which includes château or palace, a city and heritage architecture
North India
North India

A fascinating mix of history, religion, culture and nature draws visitors to northern India. The temples, museums and mountains never fail to enthral.

With wildlife, religion, fortresses, palaces, diverse cultures, the Himalayas and the Taj Mahal, North India offers many incredible sights and attractions. Travel from one city to another and explore the vast terrain, picking up insights into the country's history and culture and experiencing adventures in the great outdoors. Visit a pink city, spot leopards on a wildlife safari, go hiking in the mountains and tour ancient shrines and temples.

Most visitors start in New Delhi, the capital of India, a loud, lively and colorful city built around the ruins of several ancient settlements. Explore the past in its museums and historical structures, including the 17th-century Red Fort, the former home of Mughal emperors. Visit the Jama Masjid Mosque, one of the largest in India, shop for clothing, spices, books and fresh produce in the bazaars and stop at the India Gate, a memorial to fallen Indian soldiers who fought for England during World War I.

Travel south from the capital for about 160 miles (260 kilometers) to Jaipur in Rajasthan. It is nicknamed the Pink City after the color of many of its buildings. Here see the numerous forts and monuments, including Amber Fort.

The most famous monument in the country is the Taj Mahal in the state of Uttar Pradesh. The 17th-century white marble mausoleum is one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. Visit the site of this spectacular building from sunrise to sunset on any day but Friday.

Give yourself lots of time to enjoy North India's natural attractions. Swoop down the ski slopes of Gulmarg and trek around the Great Lakes of Kashmir in Jammu and Kashmir. When you reach the small state of Punjab, delight in animal encounters at its numerous wildlife sanctuaries.

For your tour of North India, fly into New Delhi. From here you can move around by train, bus or car as you visit the region's natural, cultural and historical attractions on your vacation to-do list.

Where to stay in North India

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Aerocity

Visitors highly recommend Aerocity for its abundant dining options, and you can make a stop by Worldmark while you're in town.

Aerocity
Delhi which includes markets and shopping as well as a small group of people

Connaught Place

Spend some time visiting places like Western Court Building while getting to know Connaught Place, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Rajiv Chowk Station or Shivaji Stadium Station to see more of the area.

Connaught Place
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Chanakyapuri

Travellers choose Chanakyapuri for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Lok Kalyan Marg Station or Udyog Bhawan Station and check out top sights like Rashtrapati Bhavan.

Chanakyapuri
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Dwarka

Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Dwarka. If sightseeing is on the list, Dwarka District Court is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Dwarka Sector 11 Station or Dwarka Sector 12 Station to see more of the area.

Dwarka
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Paharganj

Shopping and cafes are some noteworthy features of Paharganj. Make a stop by Ramakrishna Mission while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Rama Krishna Ashram Marg Station to get around town.

Paharganj
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Mahipalpur

You might appreciate the shopping and spas in Mahipalpur, and if you're interested in seeing more of the area, Worldmark and DLF Promenade Vasant Kunj are just a few notable stops.

Mahipalpur
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4 out of 5
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3 out of 5
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16 Aug - 17 Aug
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4.5 out of 5
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