This 90-minute self-guided walking tour explores the sensory "organized chaos" of Old Delhi's 17th-century royal markets.
You will trace Mughal history through these key highlights:
- Visit the Red Temple, Fatehpuri Mosque, and the mansion of a mercenary queen.Historic Bazaars: Navigate Dariba Kalan's silver, Kinari Bazaar's trimmings, and Asia’s largest spice market.
- See Naughara’s nine mansions and the gold-frescoed Shwetambara Jain Mandir.
- Discover 1870s paratha shops and the "Old Famous Jalebiwala".
End at Gurudwara Sis Ganj Sahib, marking where the ninth Sikh Guru was martyred.The tour reveals how Princess Jahanara’s moonlit water tank gave Chandni Chowk its name.
The tour begins with the Jain Temples at the beginning of the market street. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading
Walk along the historic "Moonlit Square," once a royal Mughal market featuring a central water pool. Today, it is one of the world's largest wholesale hubs, famous for its "organized chaos". Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.
Stroll past this 1860s colonial building, formerly the site of a royal caravan sarai and gardens built by Princess Jahanara. It later served as the municipal headquarters for Delhi. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.
Pass by this red sandstone mosque commissioned in 1650 by one of Emperor Shahjahan’s wives. It features an attached school and remains a silent witness to the rise and fall of the Mughals. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.
Walk along Asia's largest spice market, where centuries-old shops trade massive quantities of "Black Gold" pepper, chilies, and turmeric. Experience an assault on the senses amidst the rowdy, bustling trade. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.
Stroll past this early 20th-century spice warehouse to see workers carting huge loads around a central courtyard. It offers an authentic look at the traditional wholesale guild system. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.
Walk along this famous lane to smell and taste legendary deep-fried paranthas. Many eateries here date to the 1800s and have served prominent Indian leaders like Jawaharlal Nehru. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.
Pass by this imposing Sikh shrine marking the site where Guru Tegh Bahadur was martyred in 1675. Learn about Sikh traditions of community service and the free kitchen. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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