Flights from Seoul (ICN) to Delhi (DEL)

About Delhi

Discover Delhi

Why visit Delhi?
Delhi is a dynamic capital where centuries of history share space with wide boulevards, modern galleries, and thriving business districts. You will find grand monuments, leafy neighbourhoods, and a creative energy that makes every visit feel vivid and memorable.

What to expect
The city is spread across diverse districts, from the organised avenues of New Delhi to the older quarters with narrow lanes and bustling bazaars. Broad roads, tree-lined avenues, and growing metro links sit alongside busy marketplaces, contemporary cafés, and cultural venues.

Plan your trip
Delhi works well as both a standalone city break and the starting point for journeys across northern India. With strong rail and air links to cities such as Agra and Jaipur, it is a natural gateway for exploring the wider region, whether you are travelling for business, leisure, or a mix of both.

Top sights in Delhi

Red Fort

Walk along the imposing red sandstone walls and explore the historic courtyards and pavilions of this iconic fort complex.

Humayun Tomb

Admire the symmetrical Mughal architecture and peaceful gardens that inspired later monuments across the region.

India Gate

Stroll around this landmark arch and its surrounding lawns, especially atmospheric in the evening when the monument is illuminated.

Qutub Minar Complex

Discover soaring stone towers and intricate carvings in this UNESCO-listed archaeological site in south Delhi.

Lodhi Garden

Enjoy a calm walk or jog among landscaped lawns, domed tombs, and shaded paths popular with local residents.

Connaught Place

Browse shops and eateries around the grand circular colonnades at the heart of modern Delhi life.

National Museum

Explore wide-ranging collections of art, sculpture, and artefacts that trace the subcontinent history and culture.

Hauz Khas Village

Combine a visit to historic lakeside ruins with contemporary boutiques and creative studios in this fashionable enclave.

Experience Delhi everyday rhythm

Getting around
Delhi Metro is one of the easiest ways to cover longer distances across the city, with clear signage and air-conditioned carriages. For shorter hops, auto-rickshaws and app-based taxis are widely available, while walking is pleasant within parks, gated colonies, and compact neighbourhoods.

Local life & culture
You will notice a strong café and gallery culture growing alongside traditional markets and long-established institutions. Different districts each have their own atmosphere, from the formality of government areas to creative hubs filled with studios and performance spaces that host year-round events.

Where to unwind
Green spaces such as Lodhi Garden and the broad avenues around India Gate offer room to walk, jog, or simply sit under the trees. Early mornings and late afternoons bring cooler air and softer light, making them ideal times to enjoy the parks, lakesides, and open plazas.

A taste of Delhi

Street food & local specialties
Delhi is known for hearty street snacks and warming dishes, found in busy food lanes and long-running eateries across the city. You can follow locals to popular hubs in older districts and newer neighbourhoods to try different flavours in a single walk.

Casual & modern dining hubs
Shopping centres and business districts host a wide mix of casual restaurants, cafés, and international chains, convenient for quick meals between sightseeing or meetings. Menus often encourage sharing, so you can sample several dishes with friends or colleagues in one sitting.

Signature & scenic dining
Rooftop terraces and upper-floor restaurants in central areas offer city views to accompany carefully prepared menus. You can choose between heritage settings in restored buildings or sleek contemporary spaces, creating memorable evenings for special occasions or relaxed business dinners.

Retail therapy in Delhi

Malls & lifestyle hubs
Delhi large malls and lifestyle centres combine international labels, local designers, cinemas, and dining in air-conditioned comfort. They are popular places to spend an afternoon, with wide corridors, organised layouts, and family-friendly entertainment options.

Markets & local crafts
Traditional markets and curated boutiques showcase textiles, jewellery, and handicrafts from across the region. Neighbourhoods such as Connaught Place, Shahpur Jat, and parts of south Delhi are known for smaller studios, independent labels, and homeware stores.

Evening retail scene
In the evening, many shopping streets and plazas glow with lights, creating a relaxed atmosphere for browsing and strolling. Night-time brings cooler temperatures and a livelier café scene, and metro and taxi services make these districts straightforward to reach and return from.

Best time to visit Delhi

Winter season (November to February, peak season)
Delhi winter is generally dry and crisp, with average temperatures around 12–18°C (54–64°F). Cooler days and evenings make it comfortable for exploring outdoor sights, walking in parks, and enjoying city festivals, so this is when many visitors choose to come.

Summer season (April to June, low season)
Summer brings hot, dry conditions, with average temperatures often between 30–40°C (86–104°F). If you visit at this time, you can plan sightseeing for early mornings and late evenings, and use the city many air-conditioned museums, malls, and cafés during the warmest hours.

Monsoon and post-monsoon (July to October, shoulder season)
During the monsoon, short bursts of rain and humid weather are common, with average temperatures around 26–32°C (79–90°F). The showers bring fresher air and greener parks, and the months after the heaviest rains can feel pleasant for city walks and day trips.

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