The busiest and most visited war memorial in India, India Gate is also a popular tourist destination in Delhi. Hundreds of visitors flock here every day to spend a day out with friends and family.
You can either have a laid back picnic or take a tour of the beautiful park where you can indulge in some boating experience with the view of the majestic Rashtrapati Bhavan. Dreamy, right!
Built in the honour of the 70,000 British Indian Army soldiers who were killed during the First World War, it was constructed on 10 February 1921. Apart from admiring the gorgeous architecture of the India Gate and reliving the memories of our lost soldiers, there are many other things you can do around India Gate. There’s just so much around that area that you can explore.
So if you are planning to spend a day out at India Gate with your friends or go for an evening drive, you must check out these other major attractions here.
Places To Eat:
The area around India Gate is always buzzing with a plethora of activities to do and is home to some of the best food you can find in Delhi-NCR. Here are a few spots you shouldn’t miss out on:
- Andhra Bhavan
With finger-licking delicious South-Indian delicacies at cheap prices, Andhra Bhavan is one of the favourites for one and all. You can actually get an entire thali for just Rs. 120 here. After a day of an intensive outing at the India Gate, you should definitely go here for a heavy lunch. After all, a happy tummy is equivalent to a happy you! They also serve heavenly Hyderabadi Biryani on Sundays.
Cost for two: Rs. 300
Where: Ashoka Road, Near India Gate, Pataudi House, New Delhi
- Gulati Restaurant
A legendary name when it comes to North Indian and Mughlai food, Gulati is for every foodie lover out there! Their Butter Chicken with Butter Naan and their Galouti/Kakori Kebabs are simply incomparable in taste and aroma. Our mouths are watering just by thinking of their heavenly food! Waster no time and head their soon.
Cost for two: Rs. 1,600
Where: 6, Pandara Road Market, New Delhi
- Pindi Restaurant
Want to experience what real Punjabi food tastes like right here in Delhi? Head to Pindi Restaurant for an unparalleled Punjabi cuisine experience and savour their world-famous Sarso ka saag and makke ki roti or try the array of Indian Breads (naans) that they serve. Trust us, you will not be able to stop at any one type of naan.
Cost for two: Rs. 1,300
Where: 16, Pandara Road Market, New Delhi
- Street Food
The entire Rajpath Road is filled with authentic and delish street food options that you should try for the complete India Gate experience. Be it trying out the various flavours from the roadside bhaiyas selling chuskis or gorging on the gazillion chaats from the chaatwaalas, every dish is worth a try!
Cost for two: Rs. 200
Where: Rajpath Road
Places to see:
Apart from the India Gate and Rashtrapati Bhavan that is within the vicinity, there are many places you can go to as the entire area is filled with tourist spots.
- Gurudwara Bangla Sahib
Dedicated to the eighth Sikh Guru, Guru Har Krishan, Gurudwara Bangla Sahib is a popular religious as well tourist spot. People flock from all over the city to visit the Gurudwara. With stunning architecture and a serene vibe engulfing the entire place, we are definitely recommending this place to complete your India Gate tour.
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- Lodhi Gardens
Spread across a vast expanse of over 90 acres of lush green land, Lodhi Gardens is one of the most beautiful natural scenic tourist spots in Delhi and located just 3 kms away from the India Gate. The park is beautified with unique and exotic flora and it also has a tiny pond that is mesmerizing to look at.
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- National Gallery of Modern Art
Opened to the public on 29 March 1954 at Jaipur House, New Delhi, the National Gallery of Modern Art is a premier art gallery that is home to contemporary and modern Indian art & architecture. It is populated by several paintings and sculptures of various well-known and internationally acclaimed Indian and international artists. If you are a fan of anything related to art, history, or just want to admire some gorgeous work, this is your go-to stop.
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Places to shop:
With street shopping hubs at its best near India Gate, there is no dearth of places where you can pick up something as small as a book to unique handicrafts, jewellery, or fashionable clothes. A few of the “hot” and trending markets near the India Gate are:
- Janpath Market
From jewellery to designer boutiques and local kiosks, Janpath is one of the most sought after markets in Delhi, largely known its street shopping. Once you step into the market you will be greeted by hawkers and vendors selling almost everything that you can think of, especially when it comes to streetwear. If you are a tourist in Delhi, there are several options for handicraft and souvenir items that you can pick up for your near and dear ones.
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2. Daryaganj Book Bazaar
A haven for all the book lovers, Daryaganj Book Bazaar is a filled with second-hand books from every genre that you can think, be it fiction or non-fiction. In case you are looking to purchase books at dirt cheap prices, you should definitely come here and scroll through the hundreds of books on either side of the pathway.
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3. Connaught Place
Again, a very popular area in Delhi, Connaught Place or as we all famously know it as “CP”,” is a hub to not just food junctions and bars but also houses many branded stores as well. Located just 4 kms away from India Gate, it is visited by thousands of people every day and can be reached easily by taking a ride on the metro till the Rajiv Chowk metro station.
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