On Your Trip, Here Are 10 Free Things To Do In Delhi

Delhi will never cease to astound you. This one-of-a-kind city is home to three UNESCO World Heritage sites. There are numerous famous places to visit in this area. While seeing the historically significant Red Fort and other sites, don’t forget to look into the free things to do in Delhi. Money can’t buy happiness, and we’re here with an updated list of free things to do in Delhi to prove it.

We present you things to see, do, and do for free in Delhi after guiding you through the main tourist attractions and hand-picked unusual hunts.

1. Delectable Langar Cuisine at Gurdwara Bangla Sahib

10,000 meals every day is something to be proud of!  Not that we’re trying to take advantage of it, but the Sikh shrine in the heart of the city serves free meals and sinfully delicious ‘kadha prasad’ as dessert.

Timing : 5:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m.

Location : Patel Chowk on the Yellow Line is the nearest metro station.

2. The Lotus Temple for Meditation

Though there is no shortage of religious monuments in Delhi, this wonderful Bahai faith complex provides planned and well-designed periods of meditation and isolation. This monument’s beauty and charm are a welcome addition to one’s senses!

Timing : Hours of operation: 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Location : Nehru Place on the Violet line is the nearest metro stop.

3. Guard Change at Rashtrapati Bhavan

Guards and sentries at palaces, forts, and defence structures have been changing from time immemorial to allow a new set of troops to take command. And why should the Indian Presidential Palace be treated differently? So, ladies and gentlemen, every Saturday morning, the oldest regiment of the Indian army exchanges duties, displaying an exhilarating display of pride, valour, and discipline.

Note: On presentation of a valid photo ID, enter through Gate No. 2 near the PM Office.

Timings: 15th March to 14th August – 8:00 am to 8:40 am; 15th August to 14th November – 9:00 am to 9:40 am; 15th November to 14th March – 10:00 am to 10:40 am; 15th November to 14th March – 10:00 am to 10:40 am

Location : Central Secretariat on the Yellow line is the nearest metro station.

4. Visit India Gate

One of the best free things to do in Delhi is to visit India Gate. The monuments are magnificent at night, making it ideal for a free long drive. The well-known memorial honours the troops who died while serving their country. As a mark of respect for these heroes, the lighted fire lamp is always lit.

Timings: Hours of operation: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

Location : Central Secretariat on the Yellow line is the nearest metro station.

5. Hauz Khas Complex

One of the exciting things to do in Delhi is to visit the Hauz Khas complex. It’s the ideal place to spend the day learning about the city’s history. This compound comprises a mosque, Feroz Shah’s mausoleum, and an Islamic seminary. You can also spend quiet evenings away from the clubs by sitting in the complex’s tranquil ruins.

Timings: 10.30 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Location : The closest metro station is Hauz Khas on the Yellow line.

6. Sanjay Van and Tau Devi Lal – unrestricted access to animals

So, in the midst of all the turmoil and rush, some of the developed parks and forests offer a huge reprieve. Tau Devi Lal is a massive plantation near Gurgaon Sector 22 that is home to a plethora of fauna and beehives. Sanjay Van is another forest plantation near Vasant Kunj that has a water tank and rock slopes from which to see the city.

Timings: From early morning to sundown

Location : The nearest metro stations are Hauz Khas and Green Park on the Yellow line.

7. Cultural Festivals Throughout the Capital

Performance at the Old Fort as part of the South Asian Band Festival

Every year, prominent bands from Afghanistan, Nepal, Bangladesh, and other countries perform their music in the majestic backstage of Old Fort. With bands like Kailasha, Indian Ocean, Mrigya, and The Skavangers, this band fest organised by Sehar is a fantastic opportunity to interact, understand, and appreciate South Asian music.

A performer during the Delhi Jazz Festival

Another enthralling festival that attracts artists and musicians from Italy and other countries is this jazz festival. Spend a jazzy evening and enjoy the music in the park, won’t you? It’s completely free.

Youth Festival in Central Park, CP

An appearance at the Delhi Youth Festival

This festival, known as Delhi Celebrates, is a famous cultural promotion of the Delhi government that lasts practically a whole month. In the winter evenings of Connaught Place, artists from all over India perform to an engaging crowd.

Sufi Fest at Humayun’s Tomb, Jashn-e-Khusro Abida Parveen playing at the Old Fort during Jashn-e-Khusro

This is as good as it gets for a music festival! Imagine Abida Parveen performing “chhap tilak” in a Mughalai structure with a Mughlai stage prop – this is both normal and unanticipated at Jashn-e-Khusro.

8. Visit the Mini City of Over 800 Folk Artists at Kathputli Colony An artist at work in Kathputli Colony

This, however, will give you a sense of time travel. The streets are typical slum streets, but they are colourful; interwoven with colours of passion, creation, hues of a heritage, and nostalgia for belonging. And you may see them all by simply going around the streets of Kathputli Colony. With your skill set, you can try to strike up a discussion with these folk artists.

9. Visit Delhi’s Art Galleries and Museums

There are several museums, like the India Habitat Centre and the Vadehra Art Gallery, that display stunning works of art from the past by some of India’s finest artists. One might spend hours appreciating art in Delhi’s free galleries and museums. A nice breakfast location is also available here. When visiting this location, make sure to try the all-American diner.

Timings: From 8 a.m. to 10 p.m., the India Habitat Centre is open.

Location: Vadehra Art Gallery is open from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.

10. Take a stroll through the Lodhi Art District.

Lodhi colony is the country’s first open public art district. Walking here is one of the top free activities to do in New Delhi. This bright area’s streets are lined with wall murals on a variety of structures. These are created by a variety of artists, including Hanif Kureshi, Sajid Wajid, Shilo Shiv Suleman, and others.

Timings:  Hours of operation 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

Location: The nearest metro station is Jorbagh on the Yellow Line.

Conclusion

Okay, Tempotravellerhire.in! Here is a comprehensive list! Go out and take advantage like a typical Delhi brat. There are numerous possibilities for free outdoor activities in Delhi. So, why not arrange a trip now? Make plans to visit Delhi and have the time of your life.