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Lodhi Garden

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Lodhi Garden is one of Delhi's most beloved green spaces, a beautifully landscaped 90-acre park dotted with the domed tombs and mosques of 15th- and 16th-century Lodhi and Sayyid dynasty rulers, set among lawns, lakes, flowering trees, and winding paths. It's where Delhiites come to jog, do yoga, picnic, and escape the city's intensity, and where history and everyday life intertwine, joggers circle medieval tombs, parakeets wheel overhead, and couples sit in the shade of 500-year-old domes.

It's free, atmospheric, and a wonderful counterpoint to Delhi's grander monuments, more intimate and lived-in. Come early morning for the birdlife and soft light, or late afternoon for golden light on the old stonework. The adjacent Lodhi Art District (street murals) and the Sunder Nursery make a lovely combined outing.

Don't miss

  • 15th–16th-century Lodhi and Sayyid tombs and mosques
  • Landscaped lawns, lakes, and flowering trees
  • A favourite local spot for jogging, yoga, and picnics
  • Abundant birdlife, especially in the morning
  • Golden light on the medieval domes at dawn and dusk

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Ways to visit Lodhi Garden

You don't need a tour to visit — entry is free. A tour is worth it if you want transport, a guide, or to combine Lodhi Garden with nearby sights in one day. That's what these do well.

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How travelers rate it

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4 star
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3 star
269
2 star
27
1 star
7

Know before you go

  • It's free, a peaceful, local-favourite escape among medieval tombs.
  • Early morning is magical for birds, cool air, and soft light.
  • Combine it with Khan Market, the Lodhi Art District murals, or Sunder Nursery nearby.
  • Carry water and wear comfortable shoes for wandering the grounds.

A bit of history

The garden contains the tombs of rulers of the Sayyid and Lodhi dynasties (15th–16th centuries), including the tomb of Mohammed Shah and the Bara Gumbad complex. The surrounding park was landscaped in the 20th century (originally laid out under British rule) around these monuments.

Common questions

What's in Lodhi Garden?

A landscaped park with the 15th–16th-century domed tombs and mosques of the Lodhi and Sayyid dynasties, set among lawns, lakes, and trees, history woven into a living local park.

Is it free?

Yes, entry to the garden is free, making it one of Delhi's loveliest free escapes.

When's the best time to visit?

Early morning for birdlife and cool air, or late afternoon for golden light on the old stonework. Spring adds flowers.

What's nearby?

Khan Market, the Lodhi Art District street murals, and the restored Sunder Nursery gardens are all close by.

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