Flights from New Zealand to Delhi (DEL)

Discover Delhi

Discover Delhi

Why visit Delhi?

Delhi blends grand boulevards, Mughal-era monuments, and leafy neighbourhoods with a dynamic modern cityscape. You experience centuries of history alongside a confident, creative urban energy.

What to expect

You find bustling bazaars, elegant cafes, and wide avenues, with distinct areas such as Old Delhi, New Delhi, and emerging creative districts, each offering its own pace and personality.

Plan your trip

Delhi works well as both a standalone city break and a starting point for wider journeys to destinations such as Agra and Jaipur. Build in time for both landmark sights and slower neighbourhood wandering.

Top sights in Delhi

Red Fort

Walk through this vast red sandstone complex, exploring grand halls and gateways that trace the story of imperial Delhi.

Humayun s Tomb

Stroll through symmetrical gardens and admire the striking domed structure that inspired later Mughal architecture across the region.

India Gate and Rajpath

Spend an evening by this landmark arch and its wide ceremonial avenue, popular with locals relaxing outdoors.

Qutub Minar

Visit this soaring tower and its surrounding archaeological complex, filled with ornate stonework and detailed carvings.

Old Delhi and Chandni Chowk

Navigate narrow lanes lined with shops and street vendors, passing historic buildings and traditional trading houses.

Lodhi Gardens

Enjoy a calm green space dotted with centuries-old tombs, popular for morning walks and relaxed picnics.

National Museum

Browse galleries that chart the subcontinent s art, textiles, and decorative crafts from ancient to modern times.

Experience Delhi s everyday rhythm

Getting around

Use the Delhi Metro for quick, efficient travel between major districts, then take auto-rickshaws or app-based taxis for shorter hops. For a different perspective, try a cycle-rickshaw ride through Old Delhi s lanes, and walk the final stretch to explore at your own pace.

Local life & culture

You see daily life unfold in roadside tea stalls, leafy residential colonies, and busy markets that double as social hubs. Cultural centres and galleries host regular performances, talks, and exhibitions that reflect both classical traditions and contemporary voices.

Where to unwind

Head to city parks such as Lodhi Gardens or the landscaped spaces around India Gate for a quiet stroll, especially in the early morning or around sunset. Many hotels and wellness centres also offer spas and pools where you can pause between sightseeing days.

A taste of Delhi

Street food & local specialties

Try chaat, kebabs, and filled breads in areas such as Chandni Chowk, Jama Masjid lanes, and bustling neighbourhood markets, where stalls and tiny eateries serve long-time favourites.

Casual & modern dining hubs

Discover relaxed cafes and bistros in Khan Market, Connaught Place, and Hauz Khas, along with food courts in major malls offering regional Indian dishes and international flavours, ideal for sampling a mix of smaller plates.

Signature & scenic dining

Book a table at rooftop restaurants and refined hotel venues that overlook city lights or historic landmarks, pairing carefully presented menus with wide views over Delhi s skyline.

Retail therapy in Delhi

Malls & lifestyle hubs

Large malls in areas such as Saket, Vasant Kunj, and Noida bring together international labels, Indian designers, cinemas, and family-friendly entertainment, making them easy places to spend an afternoon.

Markets & local crafts

Browse for textiles, jewellery, and handicrafts in Dilli Haat, Janpath, and Shahpur Jat, where you find everything from handwoven fabrics to contemporary local brands in compact, walkable areas.

Evening retail scene

Connaught Place, Khan Market, and several mall complexes stay lively into the evening, with illuminated shopfronts and cafes creating a relaxed, social atmosphere, all reachable by Metro or short taxi rides.

Best time to visit Delhi

Cool and pleasant months (peak season): From November to February, daytime temperatures are usually around 15–22°C (59–72°F), with cooler evenings that are comfortable for outdoor sightseeing and walking tours. Hot and dry months (shoulder season): From March to early May, temperatures can rise from 28–38°C (82–100°F), with drier air and strong sunshine, better suited to slower pacing and indoor attractions during midday. Monsoon and late summer (low season): From late May to October, temperatures range from about 30–35°C (86–95°F), with higher humidity and periods of rainfall, though lighter crowds and greener parks can make the city feel more spacious.

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