Connaught Place Travel Guide

Delhi
Delhi which includes markets
Feel the beating heart of New Delhi as you shop in boutiques, snack at street food stalls or simply watch the urban rush in this business and commercial hub. 

Find high-fashion boutiques alongside local textile stalls, and street food traders next to Starbucks in Connaught Place. Known locally as Rajiv Chowk, this central business plaza embodies the hybrid nature of modern New Delhi: suited businessmen drinking at shack-like coffee stands are a common sight.

This hub of modern commerce was built on the former location of the headquarters of the British Raj in 1933. Its local name derives from Rajiv Gandhi, who was the Indian Prime Minister when the inner circle of the plaza was reconstructed. Admire the grounds while enjoying a piping hot coffee.

The plaza itself comprises an expansive circular ring road around a central park. Offices and shops occupy the street space. Take note of the company names on these buildings they are among the biggest and most powerful firms in the country.

The park brings pleasing greenery to this bustling urban environment. Take a leisurely stroll across its lawns and pick up a tasty snack at a street food stall. In the center, you’ll be able to see a flag pole, which once displayed the British Flag and today proudly flies the Indian colors.

Head to the shopping center to find an eclectic mix of brands, fashions and accessories from around the world. In the upper levels, brand-name boutiques offer good prices on Western-style fashion. Venture downstairs to the air-conditioned Palika Bazar, where a maze of stalls sell inexpensive Indian-made goods including textiles and jewelry. Be sure to haggle for the best price.

Many people come to Connaught Place for the wide range of dining options. Try local vegetarian dishes from street vendors, eat a tasty burger in the food court or sample fried pastries with spiced fillings.

Connaught Place is a focal point of New Delhi, with main roads radiating in every direction from its center. To get here, ride the metro to Rajiv Chowk station or use bus services.


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Top hotels in Connaught Place

The Park New Delhi
The Park New Delhi
4.5 out of 5
15 Parliament Street, Near Connaught Place, New Delhi, Delhi N.C.R
The price is ₹7,124 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
₹7,124
per night
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in New Delhi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Jantar Mantar and Palika Bazaar are located ...
6.6/10 (729 reviews)
Ideal for Connaught Place
"Good place walking distance from Connaught Place"

Reviewed on 28 Feb 2024

The Park New Delhi
Shangri-La Eros, New Delhi
Shangri-La Eros, New Delhi
5 out of 5
19, Ashoka Road, Connaught Place, New Delhi, Delhi N.C.R
The price is ₹11,700 per night from 4 Apr to 5 Apr
₹11,700
per night
4 Apr - 5 Apr
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in New Delhi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,008 reviews)
"This is one of the best hotel properties we have stayed so far. Friendliness and Service of the hotel staff as well as the food and wine quality were outstanding."

Reviewed on 25 Mar 2024

Shangri-La Eros, New Delhi
The Connaught, New Delhi - IHCL SeleQtions
The Connaught, New Delhi - IHCL SeleQtions
4 out of 5
37, Shaheed Bhagat Singh Marg, Next to Shivaji Stadium, New Delhi, Delhi N.C.R
The price is ₹7,280 per night from 3 Apr to 4 Apr
₹7,280
per night
3 Apr - 4 Apr
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in New Delhi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and breakfast. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (136 reviews)
Great!
"Great hotel, quiet and comfortable.Breakfast was really nice!"

Reviewed on 25 Mar 2024

The Connaught, New Delhi - IHCL SeleQtions
The Metropolitan Hotel and Spa New Delhi
The Metropolitan Hotel and Spa New Delhi
5 out of 5
Bangla Sahib Road, Connaught Place, New Delhi, Delhi N.C.R
The price is ₹8,548 per night from 28 Apr to 29 Apr
₹8,548
per night
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in New Delhi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"Location is great. Near the Sikh temple and Connaught place so good for exploring that area. Staff were friendly apart from the ones outside including the security who were encouraging us to get a hotel taxi and not a tuktuk. We got tuktuk from outside with no issues. The room wasn’t the cleanest. ..."

Reviewed on 8 Mar 2024

The Metropolitan Hotel and Spa New Delhi
Hotel The Royal Plaza
Hotel The Royal Plaza
4 out of 5
19, Ashoka Road, Connaught Place, New Delhi, Delhi N.C.R
The price is ₹7,750 per night from 19 Apr to 20 Apr
₹7,750
per night
19 Apr - 20 Apr
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in New Delhi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the property condition in ...
6.4/10 (904 reviews)
"The excellent location of the property compensates for the relatively smaller room sizes. Buffet breakfast and dinner was excellent with a lot of choices and good quality of food. The hotel lobby and other areas are tastefully decorated with Italian marble, statues and ceiling paintings. The hotel ..."

Reviewed on 14 Mar 2024

Hotel The Royal Plaza
The Imperial New Delhi
The Imperial New Delhi
5 out of 5
Janpath Road, New Delhi, Delhi N.C.R
The price is ₹22,500 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
₹22,500
per night
29 Mar - 30 Mar
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in New Delhi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (544 reviews)
"I was upgraded to a suite which was very nice. I had a bedroom with separate living room."

Reviewed on 25 Mar 2024

The Imperial New Delhi
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Other neighbourhoods around Connaught Place

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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
Red Fort showing château or palace and heritage architecture

Old Delhi

4/5(8 area reviews)

If you're spending time in Old Delhi, check out sights like Chandni Chowk or Red Fort and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Chandni Chowk Station or Lal Quila Station.

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Karol Bagh

3/5(41 area reviews)

While in Karol Bagh, you'll enjoy the breweries. Catch the metro at Karol Bagh Station to see top sights like Ajmal Khan Road while you're in the area.

Karol Bagh
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Chanakyapuri

4.5/5(32 area reviews)

Chanakyapuri is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to GK Market or The Chanakya.

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South Extension

2.5/5(3 area reviews)

The restaurants and shopping are just a few things visitors like about South Extension. South Extension 2 Market and Moth Ki Masjid are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at South Extension Station or Sewa Nagar Station to get around the larger area.

South Extension
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Lajpat Nagar

3/5(3 area reviews)

When in Lajpat Nagar and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Lajpat Nagar Central Market or ISKCON Temple and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Vinobapuri Metro Station or Moolchand Station.

Lajpat Nagar


Connaught Place Travel Guide