India offers layered history, vibrant cities, and dramatic landscapes, from Himalayan foothills to tropical coasts, along with a rich blend of languages, architecture, and artistic traditions.
Discover India
Discover India
Why visit India?
What to expect
You can explore megacities like Delhi, Mumbai, and Bengaluru, historic centres such as Kolkata, and coastal gateways including Chennai and Kochi, each with a distinct pace and personality.
Plan your trip
India works well for both short city breaks and longer multi-city journeys, and its extensive domestic flight and rail networks make it a practical base for exploring the wider region of South Asia.
Top experiences in India
Contrast Old and New Delhi
Wander the lanes and historic monuments of Old Delhi, then experience the broad avenues, museums, and modern districts of New Delhi.
Marine Drive and Gateway of India in Mumbai
Stroll along Marine Drive at sunset before visiting the waterfront Gateway of India and nearby cultural landmarks and art districts.
Tech meets tradition in Bengaluru
Discover Bengaluru’s parks, heritage buildings, and lively arts and nightlife scenes spread across its evolving neighbourhoods.
Backwaters and harbour views in Kochi
Take a cruise on Kerala’s backwaters from Kochi and explore its historic quarters with centuries-old architecture and seaside promenades.
Historic quarters of Kolkata
Walk through Kolkata’s riverside ghats, colonial-era streets, and cultural institutions that showcase the city’s literary and artistic heritage.
Charminar and old city lanes in Hyderabad
Visit Charminar and the surrounding bazaars, then explore Hyderabad’s palaces, museums, and emerging business districts.
Coastal cityscapes of Chennai
Enjoy Chennai’s long urban beaches, landmark boulevards, and cultural venues showcasing music, dance, and the city’s creative scene.
Experience India’s way of life
Getting around
India’s major cities are linked by frequent domestic flights and a wide rail network, with options ranging from high-speed services to overnight trains, while within cities you can use metro lines, app-based taxis, and auto-rickshaws for shorter journeys.
Local life & culture
Daily life in India flows through busy streets, neighbourhood markets, and community festivals, with each region expressing its own languages, dress, art, and music in distinctive ways.
Where to unwind
You can relax on palm-fringed coasts, cool hill stations, lakeside retreats, or city gardens and waterfront promenades that offer calm spaces away from the urban rush.
A taste of India
National dishes & specialties
India is known for regional favourites such as rich curries and breads in the north, coconut-infused dishes in the south, and distinct snacks and sweets in cities like Mumbai, Delhi, Chennai, and Kolkata.
Casual & modern dining hubs
In Mumbai, Bengaluru, Delhi, Hyderabad, Chennai, and other large cities you can find casual eateries, contemporary cafés, and modern restaurants offering both regional Indian flavours and international cuisine.
Signature & scenic dining
Across major Indian cities, rooftop terraces, heritage bungalows, and venues with river, sea, or skyline views create memorable settings for special-occasion meals.
Retail therapy in India
Malls & lifestyle hubs
Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, and Chennai feature large shopping malls and lifestyle centres where you can browse international labels, Indian designers, cinemas, and dining in one place.
Markets & local crafts
Delhi, Kolkata, and Kochi, along with cities like Ahmedabad and Chennai, are known for markets and boutiques selling textiles, jewellery, crafts, and regionally made souvenirs.
Evening retail scene
After dark, shopping streets and malls in major cities such as Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad stay lively, with illuminated storefronts, late-opening stores, and places to pause for a drink or snack.
Best time to visit India
India’s climate varies by region, but broad patterns help you plan. The cool, dry months from November to February are generally the most pleasant across many areas, with average temperatures of around 10–25°C (50–77°F) depending on latitude and altitude, and are often considered peak season. March to May tends to be warmer, with averages of roughly 25–35°C (77–95°F) across much of the country, marked as shoulder season as crowds thin but heat rises, especially inland. The monsoon months usually arrive between June and October in many regions, bringing heavier rain, higher humidity, and temperatures around 24–32°C (75–90°F); this can be a low season in some destinations, though it may still be busy in cooler hill regions.