Ans: Evenings are the best time for a visit to India Gate, especially from 5 PM to 8 PM, when the weather is pleasant and the monument is lit up.
About the Tour
Standing tall on Kartavya Path, the India Gate is one of Delhi’s most stupendous landmarks and a solemn tribute to the soldiers who lost their lives in World War I and the Anglo-Afghan wars. Designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens and completed in 1931, this 42-meter sandstone and granite arch is inscribed with the names of over 13,000 soldiers.
Surrounded by lush lawns, it’s as popular for its historical significance as it is for its evening ambience and the food stalls nearby.
India Gate is one of the most iconic tourist destinations of Delhi. Located among lush green parks and vibrant city life, India Gate offers endless photographic opportunities for first-time visitors, history buffs, and family travelers alike with its exceptional services and well-planned tours.
Experience the pride and tradition of the capital of India with TripHippies’ India Gate Tour Package. Visit one of New Delhi’s most iconic buildings, a stupendous war memorial erected to commemorate the valiant soldiers of the British Indian Army.
Tour Highlights
Explore the magnificent 42-metre-tall war memorial created by Edwin Lutyens
See the Amar Jawan Jyoti flame at National War Memorial
Learn World War I and Anglo-Afghan history from your guide
Walk the green lawns and lit fountains along Kartavya Path
See canals and promenade rebuilt under the Central Vista redevelopment
Sample popular Delhi street food from stalls near India Gate
Experience the floodlit monument and its stunning views after dusk
Combine your visit with Rashtrapati Bhavan or Qutub Minar nearby
Tour Itinerary
Here is a complete itinerary when booking one of our India Gate Tour Packages.
Pickup from your hotel
Your adventure starts with a convenient pickup from your hotel, airport, railway station or any other location in Delhi NCR.
Arrival at India Gate
Visit the stunning India Gate, a 42-meter-tall war memorial made by Sir Edwin Lutyens. Look at its amazing sandstone structure, which bears the names of innumerable Indian soldiers who died in World War I.
Visit National War Memorial
You can take a short walk to the nearby National War Memorial, which has housed the Amar Jawan Jyoti eternal flame since 2022, commemorating the brave soldiers of the Indian Armed Forces. Explore the beautiful memorial circles, eternal flame of martyrs, and inspiring tributes to various heroes of India.
Walk Along Kartavya Path
Take a walk on the Kartavya Path, one of the most prestigious ceremonial boulevards in Delhi. The wide streets, fountains, gardens, and the beautiful environment make it a well-known place among visitors. Experience a leisurely day as you walk or take a ride along the canal, over the lawns as the sun sets.
Photography & Relaxation
Marvel at the grandeur of the imposing monument shimmering in the darkness. Take beautiful pictures of the India Gate and have fun on its green lawns.
Return Journey
After your sightseeing tour, you will be driven back to your hotel or a location of your choice.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Before booking a Delhi India Gate Tour Package, you should check what is included and excluded in our package.
Included
- Hotel/location pick-up and drop-off in an AC van
- Fuel, driver allowance and toll charges
- Knowledgeable local guide proficient in English
- Entry tickets for any paid monuments (in combo packages)
- Parking fees & all applicable taxes
- Bottled water for drinking during the tour
- 24-hour customer support
Excluded
- Lunch/dinner and food purchase
- Mobile phones/cameras locker charges
- Personal expenses and shopping
- Tips and gratuities
- Any other thing that is not mentioned in “Inclusions”
- Travel Insurance
- Costs associated with unpredictable natural calamities
Activities to Indulge In
Appreciate the Magnificent India Gate
Stand beneath the 42-metre sandstone arch and read the names of more than 13,000 soldiers carved into its walls. Your guide explains Sir Edwin Lutyens’ design and the First World War and Anglo-Afghan campaigns the memorial commemorates.
Free to Enter
Guided Commentary
42-metre Arch
Navigate to the National War Memorial
Walk across to the National War Memorial, where the Amar Jawan Jyoti eternal flame has burned since 2022. The concentric memorial circles carry the names of India’s fallen since independence, and the atmosphere here is quiet and reflective.
Free to Enter
Eternal Flame
Guided Commentary
Experience an Evening Walk Along Kartavya Path
Take the ceremonial boulevard at its best, in the hour before sunset, when the fountains are lit and the lawns fill with families. The walk runs between [Rashtrapati Bhavan](http://googleusercontent.com/map_location_reference/2) and [India Gate](http://googleusercontent.com/map_location_reference/4) and is the most photogenic stretch in central Delhi.
Evening Walk
Outdoor
Fountains Lit
Catch Stunning Photographs
The monument is floodlit after dusk and the water channels along Kartavya Path double the view. Your guide will point out the best angles and timings so you leave with the shots you came for.
Photo Stops
Floodlit After Dusk
Guide Picks Angles
FAQ
What is the optimum time for a visit to India Gate?
How long does it take to visit or explore India Gate?
Ans: Though the visit may take only about 1 or 1.5 hours, you may need 2–3 hours if you want to include some boat rides and other cuisines.
Is India Gate open all the time?
Ans: Yes, the open-air memorial and its lawns can be visited on any given day at any time of the day, but most people visit it in the evenings.
Is it free to enter India Gate?
Ans: Yes, there is no entry fee to visit India Gate and surrounding lawns. The guided tours may include transfers and a guide along with other optional services like boat rides or food tasting.
What other places can be visited along with the India Gate tour?
Ans: Rashtrapati Bhavan, National War Memorial, Humayun’s Tomb, and Qutb Minar are usually clubbed with a visit to India Gate for a half or day’s tour of Delhi.
Location & Route
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Get to know the history, patriotism and architectural beauty of one of India’s renowned landmarks with the India Gate trip by TripHippies. Whether you are visiting Delhi for the first time or have been here before, we will provide you with a hassle-free travel and trip.
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Traveler Reviews
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Varun Mehra
Our visit to India Gate was extraordinary. The pickup came on time, the vehicle was cozy and TripHippies made our entire sightseeing journey very easy and pleasant.
WJ
William Jones
We went to see India Gate in the evening and loved the ambience there. The driver was polite and the itinerary was so well planned.
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Annie Thomas
TripHippies gave me extraordinary service starting from booking until the drop-off. The India Gate trip, National War Memorial and the Kartavya Path were all very nicely covered with a relaxed and comfortable trip.
