Things to Do in New Delhi

Worlds of Wonder, Drizzling Island, Adventure Island, Aapno Ghar and Fun N Food Village are a few famous amusement parks to visit in Delhi. There are various rides you can take and entertainment activities you can enjoy while you’re there. There are water sports too, and food stalls which serve delicious local food.  

At Sariska National Park, wildlife safaris are offered by open gypsies and you also get a chance to spot tigers, hyenas, sloth bears and leopards in the wild along with scenic landscapes.

Other places close to Delhi for wildlife safaris are Rajaji National Park, Corbett Tiger Reserve and Keoladeo Ghana National Park.

The famous monuments of Delhi are usually tourist hubs, built during the reign of the Mughals, the Purana Quila, Qutub Minar, Akshardham Temple, Gurudwara Bangla Sahib and the Cathedral Church of Redemption are a few examples of brilliant architecture.

Take a trip down memory lane in the neighbourhood of Old Fort and visit the famed Khair ul Manazil and the shrines of Khwaja Nuruddin and Shaikh Abu Bakr. Lend an ear to the untold stories and unsung music of the air around Tughlaqabad Fort, now in ruins. The tour even includes a dungeon exploration and a clandestine escape route! Pay your respects at the shrine of the Lodi dynasty as you take a stroll through the landscaped Lodi Gardens.

Adventure Island and Fins Camps are the best among many other places where you can try zorbing in New Delhi. You have to pay about 50 rupees for ten minutes, which is quite feasible.

River Rafting and Rappelling are some highly thrilling adventure sports. Rafting your way through the angry streams of the river can be a truly adrenalizing experience. Delhi offers some stunning packages of the sport, which mostly take you to either Rishikesh, or Kullu in Himachal. Aquaterra Adventures and Himalayan River Runners are centres dedicated to water-sports in and around the capital.

Bungee jumping at Wanderlust in New Delhi is a great adventure in itself. Fall off a bridge or a high cliff, as you remain suspended by a rope. It truly is an experience of a lifetime.

The Soghi Resorts are the most well-known place to organize rappelling. In addition, Rappelling and rock climbing is best enjoyed in Shimla, which is 350 Km away.

Take a Day Tour with Surjivan Resorts, go to Dhauj camps which allow you to experience a blend of village life with the thrilling activities it provides. It is one of the best options for camping around Delhi and offers splendid views of the nature. Other corporate activities include a visit to Mystery Rooms, for some suspenseful adventure; Paintball Co to blow off steam with paintball and Smaaash, which is a hit Sports club and bowling alley.

Skywaltz, Tiger Balloon Safaris, and Rocksport are a few places where you can enjoy a balloon safari in Delhi.

It takes about 4-5 hours and costs Rs 5,000 to 12,000 depending on certain factors.

There are an endless number of things to do in Hauz Khas in New Delhi. However, if you want to go partying, Downstairs At Zo is a happening nightclub which is actually in a basement. For a more cultural experience, take a walk around the historic Hauz Khas complex with its medieval madrasa, tombs, mosque and lake. Besides, Hauz Khas has many stores and boutiques run by local designers where you can take a look at new trends as well as some of the designers’ works. Other than that, make a trip to Hauz Khas Social, famous for being the venue of a song sequence in the movie Tamasha. The place is respected for its food and thematic interiors.

On the street of Khari Baoli you can find a wholesale market which sells fabrics of every colour, texture, and material. From small roadside hawkers, to huge stores selling fabrics and clothes, you can find some great deals in this market. Sarojini Nagar Market is another area where you can find fashionable clothes for cheap prices. Hanuman Mandir in Connaught Place is an ancient Hindu temple, but the area is usually known as the Chudi Bazaar. Other markets include Daryaganj, Janpath and Tibetan Market.  

Nightlife in Delhi is vibrant and happening. Some of the clubs are Kitty Su, which is the hottest club in town, located in Connaught Place inside hotel ‘The Lalit’. This club is known for its peppy beats and raucous music. If you enjoy live music and performances, then Hard Rock Café is the place for you. Located in Saket, it features local and established band performances and provides a very warm ambience. The Monkey Bar, Underdog Sports Bar and Grill, Lights Camera Action and My Bar are a few other clubs where you could go to experience New Delhi’s tub thumping nightlife.

In addition, Mocha Arthouse for late night coffee; the brewery at 24/7; street food at Pandara road and the yum rotis at Moolchand Paranthe Wala, add to the Delhi experience post dusk.

Rashtrapati Bhawan to India Gate is a majestic stretch with them being on opposite sides. The mornings at Rajpath are full of cyclists, runners and children skating and playing sports. Aravali Trails are off-road trails with plenty of uphill and downhill sections. The area is perfect for mountain bike riders, though beginners will find several sections quite tough to ride on. It’s a forest area full of birds and small animals.

Gurgaon too has many marked trails for professional bikers and cyclists.

Cycling your way through a city, can be a very meaningful exercise. You get to inhale its flavours, aromas and fragrances on this open-aired vehicle. DelhiByCycle offers guided tours across historical landmarks in the city. The Delhi cycling ecosystem is quite remarkable. Most tours run along pre-selected tracks. Some of these are: The expansive Rashtrapati Bhavan to India Gate tour; The Najafgarh Wetlands track, where you can cycle amidst lush greenery and wildlife; the Aravali Trails near Gurgaon and the salubrious Dwarka to Sultanpur rides. The Delhi Heritage Tours also organises Heritage Cycling, taking you on bike-rides through the forts, monuments and streets of Old Delhi.