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Top things to do in Lucknow

18 attractions, landmarks and museums worth your time, ranked by traveler reviews.

Imambara Shah Najaf
Religious site4.4

Imambara Shah Najaf

1,546 reviews

Imambara Shah Najaf is a stunning white marble mausoleum in Lucknow, modeled after the Imam Ali shrine in Najaf, Iraq.

Chota Imambara
Landmark

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What is the most visited attraction in Lucknow?

Imambara Shah Najaf draws the most traveler reviews of anywhere we track in Lucknow, with 1,546 of them, rated 4.4 out of 5. Review volume is the closest honest proxy we have for how many people actually turn up, so it is what this list is ranked by.

Which place in Lucknow do visitors rate highest?

Bara Imambara holds the highest rating in Lucknow among places with a meaningful number of reviews, at 4.5 out of 5 from 1,536 reviews. It is less busy than Imambara Shah Najaf, which is often exactly why it scores better.

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4.4

Chota Imambara

1,546 reviews

An ornate Shia shrine glittering with chandeliers and mirrors, known as the Palace of Lights.

Bara Imambara
Landmark4.5

Bara Imambara

1,536 reviews

The Bara Imambara is the grand architectural centrepiece of Lucknow, a vast and ingenious 18th-century complex built by the Nawab of Awadh, famous above all for its astonishing central hall and its labyrinth.

Hazratganj
Neighborhood4.4

Hazratganj

831 reviews

Hazratganj is Lucknow's upscale cultural and shopping hub, famed for its colonial-era architecture, high-end boutiques, and lively street food scene.

The Residency, Lucknow
Historic site4.3

The Residency, Lucknow

558 reviews

A historic complex of ruins from the 1857 Indian Rebellion, now a museum and memorial with gardens.

Ambedkar Memorial Park
Park & nature4

Ambedkar Memorial Park

481 reviews

A large public park dedicated to Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, featuring grand monuments and landscaped gardens.

Rumi Darwaza
Landmark4.1

Rumi Darwaza

463 reviews

An imposing 18th-century gateway in Turkish style, a symbol of Lucknow's architectural heritage.

Landmark
Landmark4

Chowk

360 reviews

Vibrant historic market square in Lucknow's old city, famed for its Mughlai cuisine, chikankari embroidery, and bustling bazaars.

Manyawar Shri Kanshiram Ji Green Eco Garden
Park & nature4

Manyawar Shri Kanshiram Ji Green Eco Garden

311 reviews

An eco-friendly park with themed gardens, fountains, and a spectacular musical fountain show.

Fun Republic Mall (Lucknow)
Market4

Fun Republic Mall (Lucknow)

311 reviews

Fun Republic Mall is a major entertainment complex in Lucknow, featuring a multiplex cinema, diverse restaurants, and a wide range of retail stores.

Lal Baradari
Landmark4

Lal Baradari

311 reviews

A historic red sandstone coronation hall turned museum, Lal Baradari showcases royal artifacts and art in an elegant 19th-century setting.

Janeshwar Mishra Park
Park & nature4

Janeshwar Mishra Park

311 reviews

One of Asia's largest parks, featuring vast green spaces, walking trails, and a serene lake for boating.

Jama Mosque, Lucknow
Religious site4

Jama Mosque, Lucknow

311 reviews

A historic 15th-century Mughal mosque with three grand domes and intricate calligraphy.

Sikandar Bagh
Historic site4

Sikandar Bagh

311 reviews

This historic garden and palace complex was a bloody battleground during the 1857 Rebellion, now a peaceful park with poignant ruins.

Husainabad Clock Tower
Landmark3.8

Husainabad Clock Tower

156 reviews

A 221-foot Victorian Gothic clock tower built in 1881, one of the tallest in India, located in the Husainabad complex.

Landmark
Landmark4.5

Lucknow Heritage Walk

95 reviews

Guided walking tour through Lucknow's historic old city, showcasing Mughal-era architecture and local culture.

Dilkusha Kothi
Historic site4.1

Dilkusha Kothi

47 reviews

This ruined 18th-century hunting lodge blends English country house style with Indian palace gardens, offering a serene escape from Lucknow's bustle.

Landmark
Landmark4

Satkhanda

21 reviews

Satkhanda is a historic watchtower in Lucknow, offering panoramic views of the city's skyline and nearby architectural landmarks.