Start with these decisions
Choose a place to stay, work out the route from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL), and list the sights you actually want to see. Connaught Place is a practical base for keeping daily transfers short.
When to go
The comfortable windows are Oct-Mar. Look up local events, hotel prices, and any timed-entry requirements before you commit to dates.
Budget planning
Plan for about INR 3,500-9,000/day at a mid-range level, flights excluded. The final number depends on your hotel, how you get around, and how many paid attractions you fit into a day.
Compare stay areas
Look at Connaught Place, Paharganj, Hauz Khas, Karol Bagh. Test each against your airport route, the sights on your list, your evening plans, and the hotel price.
Frequently asked questions
How many days do I need in Delhi?
3-5 days is the practical range for a first visit. With less time, stay near Connaught Place. With more, add a quieter neighbourhood or a day trip.
Where should first-timers start looking in Delhi?
Start with Connaught Place, then confirm your hotel lines up with your airport route and the sights you plan to visit each day.
Sources
- Delhi Airport
Delhi Airport official pages; Locator: airport coverage and practical travel guidance for Delhi. Verified 2026-08-26.
- Incredible India
Incredible India official pages; Locator: official-tourism coverage and practical travel guidance for Delhi. Verified 2026-08-26.