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 enthrall.

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

4/5(91 area reviews)

Spend some time visiting places like Jantar Mantar 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

4.5/5(32 area reviews)

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

3.5/5(50 area reviews)

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
Mussoorie showing a temple or place of worship

The Mall Road

3/5(7 area reviews)

While visiting The Mall Road, you might make a stop by sights like Gun Hill and Mussoorie Christ Church.

The Mall Road
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Paharganj

3.5/5(101 area reviews)

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
Hyatt Centric Janakpuri New Delhi
Hyatt Centric Janakpuri New Delhi
5 out of 5
Janakpuri District Centre Complex, New Delhi, Delhi N.C.R
The price is ₹3,753 per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
₹3,753
₹4,204 total
21 Jul - 22 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in New Delhi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Janakpuri District Centre and Pacific ...
6.6/10 (188 reviews)
"Room was spacious and decent. A little loud sometimes at night but overall the stay was good and staff were there to assist. Needs a little love in some areas of the hotel. Will recommend this to tourist and locals."

Reviewed on 31 May 2025

Hyatt Centric Janakpuri New Delhi
Novotel New Delhi Aerocity Hotel
Novotel New Delhi Aerocity Hotel
4 out of 5
Asset 2, Aerocity Hospitality District, IGI Airport New Delhi, New Delhi, Delhi N.C.R
The price is ₹6,000 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
₹6,000
₹6,720 total
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in New Delhi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,015 reviews)
"Great Experience!"

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2025

Novotel New Delhi Aerocity Hotel
Aloft New Delhi Aerocity
Aloft New Delhi Aerocity
5 out of 5
Asset No 5B, Aerocity, New Delhi, National Capital Territory of Delhi
The price is ₹7,000 per night from 18 Jul to 19 Jul
₹7,000
₹7,840 total
18 Jul - 19 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in New Delhi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,010 reviews)
"Excellent condition and outstanding restaurant."

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2025

Aloft New Delhi Aerocity
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
UDS Villa - Scandinavian B&B - Next to VFS
UDS Villa - Scandinavian B&B - Next to VFS
4 out of 5
22 Hanuman Road, Connaught Place, New Delhi, Delhi
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in New Delhi. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Gurudwara Bangla Sahib ...
8/10 Very Good! (37 reviews)
"Good."

Reviewed on 20 Jun 2025

UDS Villa - Scandinavian B&B - Next to VFS
Shri Krishna Divine Dham
Shri Krishna Divine Dham
4 out of 5
Govind Nagar, Mathura, UP
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Mathura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Prem Mandir Vrindavan and Sri Krishna ...
Shri Krishna Divine Dham
Empire Platinum Suites
Empire Platinum Suites
4.5 out of 5
Desh Bandhu Gupta Rd, Jhandewalan, New Delhi, Delhi
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in New Delhi. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Jama Masjid and Chandni Chowk are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (10 reviews)
Extremely comfortable!
"Extremely comfortable suite and bed with a kitchen and mini refrigerator if you need it. Nice desk for working as well. Curtains to block out sunlight when needed. Very nice breakfast and friendly and helpful staff. Because of its central location, the outside automobile/street traffic could be distracting, ..."

Reviewed on 25 Jan 2025

Empire Platinum Suites
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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